Cycling: Mountain Bike Women’s Cross Country Final

Cycling: Mountain Bike Women’s Cross Country Final

As a seasoned cinephile with decades of experience under my belt, I have seen countless athletes rise and fall under the pressure of competition. However, when it comes to the women’s cycling event at the Tokyo Olympics, my money is on France’s Pauline Ferrand-Prévot.


Evie Richards, the world cycling champion, exhibits grace in her riding and is a strong contender for the medals. However, the title favorite is Pauline Ferrand-Prévot from France. The stakes are high: the Olympics are taking place in her home country, it’s her final year competing in this event, and she has yet to claim victory in this particular competition. As someone who has won gold medals consecutively, I consider pressure a privilege, but it can be less burdensome as an underdog. You avoid the intense scrutiny and additional sponsor and media obligations that come with being the favorite. – Joanna Rowell

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2024-07-25 16:07