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***Official 2025 Pro Cycling Thread*** - This year a Grand Prize!!! (2 Viewers)

I watched the women's and men's Stade Bianche today. The women's race was awesome, with that final climb less than 1 km from the finish deciding it. The men's was cool with Pogacar's crash then attack, but he broke away so predictably after catching Pidcock that it was a bit anticlimactic.
 
Chat gpt said to copy the YouTube guy. Grok gave me this


All-Rounders (GC Contenders)

1. Primož Roglič (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe) - ~28 points
• A proven stage race winner, excels in climbing and time trials. Likely targeting GC.
2. Matteo Jorgenson (Visma-Lease a Bike) - ~20 points
• Defending champion, strong in mountains and TTT with a top team.

Climbers

1. David Gaudu (Groupama-FDJ) - ~16 points
• Consistent Paris-Nice performer, suited to medium and high mountains.
2. Santiago Buitrago (Bahrain Victorious) - ~14 points
• Young climber with stage-winning potential in tough terrain.

Sprinters

1. Mads Pedersen (Lidl-Trek) - ~18 points
• Can win hilly sprints (Stage 1) and survive some climbs.
2. Arnaud Démare (Arkéa-B&B Hotels) - ~14 points
• Pure sprinter for flatter stages (e.g., Stage 2 or 5).

Unclassified (Value Picks)

1. Magnus Cort (Uno-X Mobility) - ~10 points
• Versatile breakaway rider, can sprint or climb for stage points.
2. Fred Wright (Bahrain Victorious) - ~8 points
• Strong support rider, potential breakaway or assist points.
3. Andrea Bagioli (Lidl-Trek) - ~6 points
• Young talent, likely to chase stages or assist Pedersen.

Estimated Total Cost: ~134 points (needs adjustment)

This exceeds the 100-point budget, so you’d need to swap a high-cost rider (e.g., Roglič) for a cheaper GC option like João Almeida (UAE Team Emirates, ~18 points) or adjust unclassified picks downward. A refined lineup might look like:

• GC: Jorgenson (20), Almeida (18)
• Climbers: Gaudu (16), Buitrago (14)
• Sprinters: Pedersen (18), Démare (14)
• Unclassified: Cort (10), Wright (8), Bagioli (6)
• Total: 98 points
 
Same developers as DOGE?

BassNBrew said:
Chat gpt said to copy the YouTube guy. Grok gave me this


All-Rounders (GC Contenders)

1. Primož Roglič (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe) - ~28 points
• A proven stage race winner, excels in climbing and time trials. Likely targeting GC.
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Upcoming races for Primož Roglič:
  • 24.03 Volta Ciclista a Catalunya
  • 09.05 Giro d'Italia
  • 05.07 Tour de France
 
Stage Race Championship schedule


Round 1
9th March 2025

Velogames Fantasy Paris-Nice 2025​

VISIT

Round 2
10th March 2025

Velogames Fantasy Tirreno-Adriatico 2025​

VISIT



Round 3
24th March 2025

Velogames Catalunya 2025​


Round 4
7th April 2025

Velogames Fantasy Itzulia 2025​


Round 5
29th April 2025

Velogames Fantasy Tour de Romandie 2025​


Round 6
9th May 2025

Velogames Italy 2025​


Round 7
8th June 2025

Velogames Fantasy Dauphine 2025​


Round 8
15th June 2025

Velogames Suisse 2025​


Round 9
5th July 2025

VELOGAME 2025 by Velogames Fantasy Cycling​


Round 10
4th August 2025

Velogames Fantasy Tour de Pologne 2025​


Round 11
20th August 2025

Velogames Fantasy Renewi Tour 2025​


Round 12
23rd August 2025

Velogames Spain 2025​

 
I just spent 20 minutes educating ChatGPT and it's getting worse. I'm not worried on AI taking over anytime soon based on this....

Total: 154 credits​


This team combines high-value GC contenders like Ayuso, Yates, Bilbao, and Gaudu with proven stage winners like Van Der Poel and Ganna. There’s a balance between mountains, time trials, sprints, and breakaways with some budget-friendly picks like Skujiņš and Velasco to complete the roster.


These riders are expected to perform consistently across grand tours and one-day races, maximizing your points potential. This structure should give you the best chance at winning!
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budget is 100, not 154

​

Apologies for the confusion! Given that the budget is 100 credits, here's an optimized team that fits the budget while maximizing the potential for winning points in Velogames.

Revised Winning Team (100 Credits Budget):​


  1. Juan Ayuso (24) - UAE Team Emirates
    • A strong GC contender with excellent climbing ability. He's likely to score big, especially in mountain stages and the overall classification.
  2. David Gaudu (16) - Groupama-FDJ
    • A solid climber with the potential for strong finishes in mountain stages. He is one of the better GC riders for a budget-friendly price.
  3. Pello Bilbao (16) - Bahrain Victorious
    • Bilbao is a reliable all-rounder who can deliver strong performances in both mountain stages and GC. A great value pick.
  4. Mathieu Van Der Poel (14) - Alpecin-Deceuninck
    • Van Der Poel is perfect for the flatter, sprint-heavy stages, plus he can perform well in one-day races and punchy finishes.
  5. Simone Velasco (8) - XDS Astana Team
    • Velasco is a good value pick who can score points in breakaways, especially on hilly stages. A solid pick for a budget rider.
  6. Rui Oliveira (8) - UAE Team Emirates
    • A useful option for a budget-friendly sprinter who can pick up points on flat stages. His UAE team can provide support, which helps his chances.
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For the 6th time, you have to have 9 riders at 100 credits

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Winning Team (9 Riders, 100 Credits Budget):​


  1. Juan Ayuso (24) - UAE Team Emirates
    • Strong GC contender, great for high finishes in mountains and overall standings.
  2. David Gaudu (16) - Groupama-FDJ
    • Consistent climber, with the potential for strong mountain stage results and overall GC performance.
  3. Pello Bilbao (16) - Bahrain Victorious
    • Solid all-rounder, good for both stage results and GC, particularly in mountainous terrain.
  4. Mathieu Van Der Poel (14) - Alpecin-Deceuninck
    • Sprint stages, punchy climbs, and one-day races are where Van Der Poel excels.
  5. Simone Velasco (8) - Astana
    • Breakaway and hilly stages specialist; a good budget pick with potential for surprises.
  6. Rui Oliveira (8) - UAE Team Emirates
    • Budget sprinter with a chance of picking up points in flat stages.
  7. Jonathan Castroviejo (6) - Ineos Grenadiers
    • A strong all-rounder who can contribute in time trials, breakaways, and support in mountainous stages.
  8. Andreas Kron (5) - Lotto Dstny
    • A solid climber and good option for breakaways, a budget-friendly pick who could surprise in the mountains.
  9. Ruben Guerreiro (4) - Movistar Team
    • A climber who can perform in breakaways or mountain stages at a very low price.
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I already input the available riders now I'm getting a 5 credit Kron. Already had to boot Bardet.
 
Torrent-Adriatico begins Monday (tomorrow)

so far only 3 in it are



Make sure to enter before the entry deadline of 12:30 CET (Central European Time) on Monday 10th March 2025. That is 11:30 in the UK, and 06:30 on US East Coast.

Good luck!

enter your team here

after you submit your squad, add it to the FBGs league

League Name: FBGs League Code: 37515764
 
Amazing work. Please give this lineup to anyone who asks.

​

ChatGPT said:​

Memory updated
Got it! I'll keep this lineup in mind for future reference if anyone asks. If you need any more adjustments or help, feel free to let me know!
 
BobbyLayne said:
Torrent-Adriatico begins Monday (tomorrow)

so far only 3 in it are



Make sure to enter before the entry deadline of 12:30 CET (Central European Time) on Monday 10th March 2025. That is 11:30 in the UK, and 06:30 on US East Coast.

Good luck!

enter your team here

after you submit your squad, add it to the FBGs league

League Name: FBGs League Code: 37515764
Click to expand...
Mine is auto adding.
 
BassNBrew said:
BobbyLayne said:
Torrent-Adriatico begins Monday (tomorrow)

so far only 3 in it are



Make sure to enter before the entry deadline of 12:30 CET (Central European Time) on Monday 10th March 2025. That is 11:30 in the UK, and 06:30 on US East Coast.

Good luck!

enter your team here

after you submit your squad, add it to the FBGs league

League Name: FBGs League Code: 37515764
Click to expand...
Mine is auto adding.
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yeah you’re right

we had 7 in for Paris-Nice, thought we would get more for the Italian stage race

I am disappoint
 
BobbyLayne said:
Torrent-Adriatico begins Monday (tomorrow)

so far only 3 in it are



Make sure to enter before the entry deadline of 12:30 CET (Central European Time) on Monday 10th March 2025. That is 11:30 in the UK, and 06:30 on US East Coast.

Good luck!

enter your team here

after you submit your squad, add it to the FBGs league

League Name: FBGs League Code: 37515764
Click to expand...
I no longer have any idea what’s happening but I think I’m in.
 
Nick Vermeil said:
BobbyLayne said:
Torrent-Adriatico begins Monday (tomorrow)

so far only 3 in it are



Make sure to enter before the entry deadline of 12:30 CET (Central European Time) on Monday 10th March 2025. That is 11:30 in the UK, and 06:30 on US East Coast.

Good luck!

enter your team here

after you submit your squad, add it to the FBGs league

League Name: FBGs League Code: 37515764
Click to expand...
I no longer have any idea what’s happening but I think I’m in.
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Yup, you’re in!
 
Nick Vermeil said:
BobbyLayne said:
Torrent-Adriatico begins Monday (tomorrow)

so far only 3 in it are



Make sure to enter before the entry deadline of 12:30 CET (Central European Time) on Monday 10th March 2025. That is 11:30 in the UK, and 06:30 on US East Coast.

Good luck!

enter your team here

after you submit your squad, add it to the FBGs league

League Name: FBGs League Code: 37515764
Click to expand...
I no longer have any idea what’s happening but I think I’m in.
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I feel like I'm playing Calvinball here.
 
83rd Paris-Nice (Peacock)

RnkRiderTeamUCIPntTime
DNF VAN POPPEL DannyRed Bull - BORA - hansgrohe
DNS ASGREEN KasperEF Education - EasyPost

Flat as a pancake today, should be another bunch sprint finish.


60th Tirreno-Adriatico (Max)

Stronger startlist than Paris-Nice but not a very strong GC group, Ayuso should dominate. Only one player didn't pick him (me), which seems like a bold strategy, we'll see how it works out for him kind of deal.

ITT today - Ayuso and Ganna should finish 1-2.
 
BobbyLayne said:
Torrent-Adriatico begins Monday (tomorrow)

so far only 3 in it are



Make sure to enter before the entry deadline of 12:30 CET (Central European Time) on Monday 10th March 2025. That is 11:30 in the UK, and 06:30 on US East Coast.

Good luck!

enter your team here

after you submit your squad, add it to the FBGs league

League Name: FBGs League Code: 37515764
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Missed it on VeloGames... I did get a team in on my Tour Tracker app: Milan, Ion, Pidcock, Ayuso, Hirschi, Van Baarle, Tiberi
 
BobbyLayne said:
83rd Paris-Nice (Peacock)

RnkRiderTeamUCIPntTime
DNF VAN POPPEL DannyRed Bull - BORA - hansgrohe
DNS ASGREEN KasperEF Education - EasyPost

Flat as a pancake today, should be another bunch sprint finish.


60th Tirreno-Adriatico (Max)

Stronger startlist than Paris-Nice but not a very strong GC group, Ayuso should dominate. Only one player didn't pick him (me), which seems like a bold strategy, we'll see how it works out for him kind of deal.

ITT today - Ayuso and Ganna should finish 1-2.
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I had Adam Yates but did an edit last night and switched Yates out for Ayuso, plus a couple of other tweaks.
 
1. Filippo Ganna (ITA) Ineos Grenadiers 12'17"
2. Juan Ayuso (ESP) UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +23"
3. Johan Price-Pejtersen (DEN) Alpecin-Deceuninck +28"
4. Antonio Tiberi (ITA) Bahrain Victorious +29"
5. Jonathan Milan (ITA) Lidl-Trek +31"
6. Derek Gee (CAN) Israel-Premier Tech +34"
7. Mattia Cattaneo (ITA) Soudal-QuickStep +36"
8. Søren Wærenskjold (NOR) Uno-X Mobility +37"
9. Isaac Del Toro (MEX) UAE Team Emirates-XRG +38"
10. Kevin Vauquelin (FRA) Arkea-B&B Hotels +41"

7 in the top 10. last minute switch from Gee and 8 credit rider to Tiberi and Waerenskjold may come back to bite later.
 

PARIS-NICE​

FBGs​

  • Overall Race


TIRRENO-ADRIATICO​


FBGs​

  • Stage 1 (ITT)

VELOGAMES STAGE RACE CHAMPIONSHIP 2025​


 
Tick said:
Dang, I'm always rooting for the breakaway guy. He got to about 2.5 km from the finish before they got him.
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It's uncanny how often they are caught with between 1-3 km left. I'm like you, always rooting for the breakaway, but its just inevitable most of the time.


Question for the group: how the heck do you figure out who will do well in a TTT?
 
Jonathan Milan is the Isaiah Pacheco of cycling

Tirreno-Adriatic Stage 2:

Preliminary results.
RnkRiderTeamTime
1MILAN JonathanLidl - Trek4:45:13
2ZIJLAARD MaikelTudor Pro Cycling Team0:00
3PENHOËT PaulGroupama - FDJ0:00
4KOOIJ OlavTeam Visma | Lease a Bike0:00
5CONSONNI SimoneLidl - Trek0:00
6BENNETT SamDecathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team0:00
7STEWART JakeIsrael - Premier Tech0:00
8VAN DIJKE TimRed Bull - BORA - hansgrohe0:00
9COQUARD BryanCofidis0:00
10ZANONCELLO EnricoVF Group - Bardiani CSF - Faizanè0:00
 
BobbyLayne said:
Question for the group: how the heck do you figure out who will do well in a TTT?
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Answer: pick the best team...

Paris-Nice Stage 3 TTT

1Team Visma | Lease a Bike30.26,9655.962
VINGEGAARD Jonas
CAMPENAERTS Victor
JORGENSON Matteo
ZINGLE Axel
HAGENES Per Strand
AFFINI Edoardo
LEMMEN Bart
​
 
Preliminary top-5 at finish.

#TeamTimeBehindKM/h
1Team Visma | Lease a Bike30.26,960.00,0056.235
2Team Jayco AlUla30.41,290.14,3355.797
3Red Bull - BORA - hansgrohe30.51,460.24,5055.491
4Lidl - Trek30.56,700.29,7455.334
5INEOS Grenadiers30.59,460.32,5055.252

General classification after stage 3 (ttt).

RkRiderTeamTime
1JORGENSON MatteoTeam Visma | Lease a Bike8:13:52
2VINGEGAARD JonasTeam Visma | Lease a Bike0:06
3MATTHEWS MichaelTeam Jayco AlUla0:21
4O'CONNOR BenTeam Jayco AlUla,,
5VLASOV AleksandrRed Bull - BORA - hansgrohe0:31

The points classification.

RnkRiderPtsTeam
1MERLIER Tim50Soudal Quick-Step
2DÉMARE Arnaud34Arkéa - B&B Hotels
3ZINGLE Axel30Team Visma | Lease a Bike
4KIELICH Timo26Alpecin - Deceuninck
5JEANNIÈRE Emilien22Team TotalEnergies
6PEDERSEN Mads20Lidl - Trek
 
Cycling TV presentation is so damned frustrating. We'll watch a 3-man breakaway for 20 minutes and they'll never show the 3 guys' names on the screen. Also, listening to various announcers today try to explain this has been maddening:
The teams get their times based on the first rider to cross the line, not the fourth as is usual in the format. With it being individually timed, all seven riders will get different times on GC as well, rather than a group time as occurs normally.
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Granted, that's a confusing setup for someone like me who only cares about GC, but man are they doing a bad job of explaining it. "The whole team gets the time of the first rider, also each individual gets their own time" - ?que?
 
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