Will Demi Vollering take a third win or can the powerful SD Worx-Protime and Visma-Lease a Bike duos stand in her way? –Analysing the favourites for Strade Bianche Women

The cycling world is abuzz with speculation regarding the upcoming Strade Bianche Women, as *CyclingNews* has published an analysis of the favourites. The central question revolves around whether Demi Vollering can secure a third victory, or if the formidable duos from SD Worx-ProTime and Visma-Lease a Bike will prove insurmountable. This pre-race assessment sets the stage for what promises to be a fiercely contested classic on the iconic white roads of Tuscany.

This anticipation is particularly acute given Vollering's dominant 2023 season, which included victories at Strade Bianche, Liège-Bastogne-Liège, and the Tour de France Femmes. However, the collective strength of teams like SD Worx-ProTime, with their deep roster, and the rising power of Visma-Lease a Bike, presents a tactical challenge. Strade Bianche, with its unique gravel sectors and undulating terrain, often rewards strategic depth as much as individual brilliance, making team dynamics a critical factor in determining the eventual victor.

Ultimately, the Tuscan dust will settle, revealing if individual prowess can overcome concerted team efforts. Or, perhaps, if the white roads will simply crown a new, unexpected empress.