Stage 4: “The Cards Have to Be on the Table – Including Ours”

In the latest episode, Denk reports on the fourth stage of the 2025 Tour de France. “Primoz was involved in a crash before the finale and had a minor mechanical issue. He had to tackle the tough climbs with a handicap. That was certainly not ideal,” says the 51-year-old. “With Florian, you have to remember that this profile doesn’t really suit him. The time loss in the overall standings is still manageable. But it’s also clear that the favorites will have to lay their cards on the table tomorrow. Including our guys,” Denk analyzes. The background topic looks at a possible Tour de France start in Germany. Denk explains the plans, assesses the chances, and describes the significance for German cycling. In the final part, the focus is on the fifth stage, which will take place on Wednesday. The riders will have to prove themselves against the clock for the first time in this race. “Evenepoel is the top favorite and the man to beat. Our guys need to be in shape and stay focused. Then we’ll see what’s possible,” Denk concludes. The original version of this podcast was recorded in German and translated with the help of artificial intelligence. OVB Media accepts no liability for any translation errors. Photo: IMAGO/Fotoreporter Sirotti Stefano