Anna van der Breggen is set to return to competitive cycling at the Strade Bianche Women, after three seasons away. Team manager Danny Stam noted that previous races have built optimism, yet they do not measure up to the challenge of this WorldTour event. As a former winner, much focus is on her return amidst the team's shifting roster, trying to maintain their winning streak. The race's difficulty is amplified this year with added gravel paths, raising the stakes for all competitors, especially for the 34-year-old Van der Breggen.
Anna van der Breggen's return to racing culminates in the upcoming Strade Bianche Women, a critical test after her 3.5-year absence from competition. Team manager Danny Stam highlights the unique challenge this WorldTour level race presents.
Despite strong performances in preceding races, this one-day event will truly gauge Van der Breggen's comeback. SD Worx-Protime aims for a fifth consecutive victory, but the team faces formidable new competition.
The addition of 10km of unpaved roads, including the challenging Serravelle sector, make the Strade Bianche more difficult, complicating the team's aspirations for another win.
"We will do everything to get that fifth win in a row but it will definitely not be easy," said Danny Stam, emphasizing the challenges posed by the course and competition.
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