Romain Bardet headlines Team DSM-firmenich's selection for Il Lombardia
CyclingThursday, 05 October 2023 at 05:30
For the 8th time in his career, Romain Bardet will set off to Il Lombardia. The Frenchman has often done well on Italian roads, since he has already made 3 top 10s. This year, he will face particularly tough competition, but he hopes to shine in his last race of the season.
Within the dsm-firmenich Team, he will be supported by a solid selection. The youngsters Max Poole, Oscar Onley, Matthew Dinham and Kevin Vermaerke will be present, as will the more experienced Chris Hamilton and Florian Stork.
"It’s a magnificent but demanding course and we want to end the season in style with a good result," says Pim Ligthart, sporting director of the Dutch team. "Romain is our leader in Lombardy and we have a strong squad with experienced and younger guys to support him in the best possible way."
Team DSM-firmenich lineup for Il Lombardia:
Romain Bardet, Max Poole, Oscar Onley, Chris Hamilton, Kevin Vermaerke, Matthew Dinham and Florian Stork
Romain Bardet, Max Poole, Oscar Onley, Chris Hamilton, Kevin Vermaerke, Matthew Dinham and Florian Stork
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