'Never say never' – Canyon-SRAM zondacrypto look to Chiara Consonni and Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney for Milan-San Remo success

Canyon-SRAM zondacrypto has publicly declared its ambitions for Milan-San Remo, pinning hopes on Chiara Consonni and Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney. Niewiadoma-Phinney, who recorded a 15th-place finish in the previous edition, articulated a resilient perspective, noting that "Every race that's not won teaches you many lessons," indicating a strategic approach to improving upon past performances. The team appears to be banking on a dual-pronged attack for the Monument.

This strategic announcement comes as the women's peloton increasingly prioritizes the Monuments, with Milan-San Remo being a relatively new, yet highly coveted, addition to the calendar. Niewiadoma-Phinney's consistent top-tier performances in hilly classics, though often just shy of victory, make her a perennial contender. Consonni, a strong sprinter with a solid classics pedigree, offers a different tactical option, suggesting Canyon-SRAM is preparing for various race scenarios on a course known for its unpredictable final kilometers.

It seems Canyon-SRAM is embracing the age-old cycling adage: if at first you don't succeed, try, try again – preferably with two strong riders and a fresh dose of optimism.