Evenepoel targets record medal haul in Montreal without Pogacar

Remco Evenepoel is set to make history in Montreal as the world road championships unfold without the presence of Tadej Pogacar. The Belgian rider is targeting an unprecedented medal haul, while the British team’s hopes rest on Tom Pidcock and Oscar Onley, who will compete in the men’s elite road race on Sunday.

Evenepoel’s mission comes amid a large field of contenders that includes Paul Seixas of France, Isaac del Toro of Mexico and the Belgian himself, all looking to capitalize on the Slovenian’s absence. Pidcock and Onley are among the British riders who must beat Evenepoel to claim the rainbow jersey, and Pogacar is currently recovering after a heavy crash in the Vuelta a España.

Evenepoel is aiming for an unprecedented medal haul, Pidcock and Onley are leading British hopes, and Pogacar is absent after recovering from a crash.