Cycling: Michael Matthews (Sunweb) has won the Québec GP for the second year in a row. The Australian left Peter Sagan (Bora – hansgrohe) and Greg Van Avermaet (CCC) behind on the demanding circuit.
World Cup preparation in Canada
Since 2010, two WorldTour races have been held in eastern Canada, which are popular in preparation for the World Championship. Before the GP Montréal is on the program on Sunday evening, the pros were already active in Québec today. The field of drivers completed 16 laps of 12,6 kilometers each, a total of 201,6 kilometers on a demanding inner-city course. The circuit with a classic character has always been popular with all-rounders who are good at sprinting. In 2019, no less than 2.976 meters of altitude had to be climbed. Got into the race as top favorites Michael Matthews (Sunweb) – Winner 2018 – and Peter Sagan (Bora – hansgrohe) – Winner 2017 & 2016.
Matthews confidently defended his title
After groups repeatedly formed on the demanding circuit, the favorite teams were finally able to force a sprint. Around 400 meters from the finish tried Julian Alaphilippe (Deceuninck - Quick-Step) with a surprise attack. But the hill-proof sprinters remained vigilant. Finally opened Michael Matthews (Sunweb) on the right side of the road the fight for the day's victory. greg van avermaet (CCC) and Peter Sagan (Bora – hansgrohe) had nothing to oppose the Australian despite the slipstream. Michael Matthews celebrates the successful title defense.