Jonas Vingegaard will tackle the Giro (May 8–31) and the Tour de France (July 4–26) after adding the Vuelta last season. Betting angle: punters should note his Giro–Tour double could dilute peak Tour form, making outsiders like Tadej Pogacar or in-form grand tour specialists attractive value for outright Tour bets or stage-winning markets.
Vingegaard confirms Giro and Tour double in season-defining programme
Visma-Lease a Bike leader Jonas Vingegaard has revealed a bold race schedule that includes the Giro d'Italia and the Tour de France, aiming to join the elite group of riders who have won all three Grand Tours. The two-time Tour champion, fresh from a Vuelta a España victory, will make his Giro debut from May 8–31 before lining up for the Tour from July 4–26.
Season build-up and key races
Vingegaard will kick his season off at the UAE Tour on February 16, with the Tour of Catalonia pencilled in for March 23–29 as part of a revised preparation plan. His choice to add the Giro represents a departure from his recent, more consistent build-ups and reflects confidence in how the season's course profiles align with his objectives.
Ambition: complete the Grand Tour set
Winning the Giro would move Vingegaard toward a career milestone: becoming only the eighth rider to win all three Grand Tours. The exclusive club currently includes Bernard Hinault, Eddy Merckx, Jacques Anquetil, Felice Gimondi, Alberto Contador, Vincenzo Nibali and Chris Froome. The Dane has stated he wants the pink jersey and sees the Giro as the right moment to aim for it.
Course design and tactical considerations
Team management believes the Giro route is less brutally demanding than recent editions, making the double with the Tour a realistic option. That perceived manageability has influenced the decision to combine both Grand Tours, though doing so will require carefully staged peak form and support from a fully committed team.
Rivalry and betting implications
Tadej Pogačar remains Vingegaard's principal threat at the Tour, with other elite climbers and stage hunters also in contention. For punters, the Giro–Tour double changes risk profiles: backing Vingegaard for Giro success may be lucrative if he prioritises Italy, but his dual focus could reduce his Tour odds, making alternatives more attractive in outright markets. Consider stage markets and betting on riders peaking later in the season as hedges.
What to watch
Key indicators for Vingegaard's form will be his UAE Tour performance and how he handles the Tour of Catalonia. Team selection, mountain stage profiles and fitness through late May will signal whether he can maintain top condition for July.
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