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Remco Evenepoel shifts gears at the Volta a Catalunya, embracing the role of top climbing domestique for teammate Florian Lipowitz. After a crash derailed his chances against Jonas Vingegaard, Evenepoel delivers a crucial performance on the mountain stage to Queralt. He expertly keeps a select group of seven, including Lipowitz, ahead of the chasers during a grueling final hour. His efforts on the steep slopes of the Cat.1 Collada de Sant Isidre and the technical descent towards Berga provide Lipowitz with a significant advantage. Lipowitz rises to third overall, while Evenepoel loses just 10 seconds to him at the finish. Evenepoel feels strong for the upcoming Montjuic stage, reflecting on his decision not to attack during the climb. “Tomorrow's stage to Barcelona should suit me,” he states, eyeing potential opportunities as the general classification stabilizes.
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