The white roads of Tuscany are calling as we head into the 20th edition of the men’s Strade Bianche and the 12th for the women! This year features significant route changes with a major reduction in gravel sectors, but the iconic finish in Siena’s Piazza del Campo remains the ultimate prize. We break down the top favorites, from Tadej Pogačar’s highly anticipated season debut to Demi Vollering’s quest for another victory.
Chapters: ⏱️
00:00 – Introduction & Race History
00:32 – 2025 Race Recap
01:00 – Major Route Changes Explained
02:51 – Key Gravel Sectors & Climbs
05:58 – GCN Classics Art Prints
07:12 – Men’s Favorites: Pogačar & Pidcock
11:13 – Wout van Aert’s Form & Challengers
14:22 – Women’s Favorites: Vollering vs Ferrand-Prévot
17:37 – Dark Horses to Watch
19:19 – Final Predictions
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Tadej Pogačar is the massive favorite for the men, but who is your pick to pull off an upset on the white roads this Saturday? Let us know your top three for the men’s and women’s races in the comments! 👇
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