Jan Tratnik, the Slovenian cyclist, is entering the Omloop Het Nieuwsblad as a top contender after securing victory in 2024. Having previously underperformed at the event, he now carries the pressure of the number one jersey. Tratnik’s recent performances indicate improved metrics compared to last year, which bodes well for his chances. His previous season showcased impressive consistency, and his confidence is boosted by last year's win. He approaches this year’s event with renewed focus and strategy, aided by the presence of teammate Primoz Roglič.
I'm feeling better than last year though the results are not the same. Ok, Bessèges was a bit of a chaotic race and I couldn't really test myself there.
Here in the Algarve, too, I'm coming in with a different approach because we have Primoz Roglič. But we are on the right track, I'm on the right track...
Last year Tratnik's results showed superb consistency in the countdown to Omloop: he claimed third in the Clásica Jaén and a second place in his season-opener.
This time he has both the numbers from racing and something else arguably equally important to keep his motivation high... his Omloop victory from 2024.
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