Don’t Think Vingegaard Would Dare to Go to the Giro” – Brian Holm Expects Full Tour de France Focus from Visma Leader in 2025
In the world of professional cycling, few riders have garnered as much attention in recent years as Jonas Vingegaard, the Danish sensation and two-time Tour de France champion. But while many fans dream of seeing him tackle the Giro d’Italia, one voice stands firm in opposition: Brian Holm, the veteran Danish sports director, doesn’t believe Vingegaard will risk the Giro in 2025. According to Holm, the stakes at the Tour de France are too high, and Jumbo-Visma will likely keep Vingegaard’s focus squarely on winning the Tour again.
Holm’s controversial statement reflects a broader debate in cycling. On one side are fans and analysts who believe that champions like Vingegaard should test themselves in all three Grand Tours. On the other side, professionals like Holm argue that targeting multiple Grand Tours in a season can compromise a rider’s ability to perform at their peak.
But why exactly would Vingegaard hesitate to challenge the Giro? Holm believes it’s about the risk. The Giro is notoriously unpredictable, with more challenging climbs, hazardous weather, and complex race dynamics. Vingegaard, who has found success in the carefully calculated tactics of the Tour, might not want to gamble on the wild nature of the Italian race. Holm thinks the Dane is more likely to stay within his comfort zone at the Tour, focusing on building his legacy in cycling’s most prestigious race.
Holm’s comments have sparked a heated debate, with some claiming that cycling is losing its spirit of adventure if champions like Vingegaard only focus on the Tour de France. Others, however, point out that modern cycling has become so competitive that specializing is necessary to dominate.
Whatever Vingegaard’s decision, the cycling world will be watching closely. Will he dare to take on the Giro, or will he follow Holm’s advice and maintain his Tour de France focus? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain: the debate over where Vingegaard should race next will only intensify as 2025 approaches.
