How the Race was Won How the Race was Won

The GC picture comes into focus at the Vuelta a España

Aug 30, 2026 · 16m

Summary

Dane Cash and Cosmo Catalano analyze Vuelta a España Stage 9, where Enric Mas won the mountain stage to take the GC lead after Carapaz crashed out. The hosts discuss Mas’s composed, veteran-style riding and how Decathlon’s tactical errors allowed him to control the race. They also examine Primoz Roglic’s strategic patience, noting his time trial advantage keeps him a strong contender despite the current gap. The episode concludes with a preview of the upcoming time trial and its potential impact on the overall standings.

Topics discussed

Intro and Carapaz's crash and withdrawal Stage 9 overview and GC implications Breakaway dynamics and Movistar's strategy Decathlon's control and Milberger's effort Gall's attacks and Moss's composed response Final climb tactics and GC rider positioning Moss's decisive attack and stage win Analysis of Moss's solo performance Moss's riding style and first pro win Current GC standings and time gaps Roglic's strategy and time trial outlook After Dark preview and sign-off
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