USA is not going to have Neilson Powless as EF Education-EasyPost battle for UCI points, Quinn Simmons due to fatigue and Lawson Craddock due to visa issues in the road race. With spots to fill and several possible contenders for the top spots not present, the team is resorting to other types of riders who can perform.
Keegan Swenson has been riding in mountain biking and, as many Americans have for the last few years, gravel events, where he has stood out as one of the country's best. Taking advantage of this opportunity, Swenson has been selected to ride the road World Championships this September.