Primož Roglič Highly Unlikely to Compete in Tour de France

Primož Roglič appears set to miss the upcoming Tour de France, with Italian journalist Ciro Scognamiglio reporting a strong likelihood of his absence. Scognamiglio, known for his reliable cycling news, stated that there is a "90% probability" that the four-time Vuelta a España winner and Giro d'Italia champion will not compete with his new team, Red Bull Bore Bore Hansgrohe.

While Roglič had previously indicated he might skip the Tour, speculation grew regarding his participation based on his calendar and training. His presence at training camps, including team time trial practice with potential Tour teammates, had fueled these discussions. However, Scognamiglio's report suggests these preparations will not culminate in a start at the prestigious French race.

This development means Slovenia's hopes at the Tour de France will likely rest on Tadej Pogačar, Matej Mohorič, and Jan Tratnik. Roglič's absence would significantly alter the dynamics of the race, particularly in the general classification battle. Meanwhile, Roglič's teammate Jan Tratnik is set to compete in the Slovenian national championships on home roads before the Tour.