Tom Pidcock wins, Ferrand-Prévot podiums at second MTB race of the season

Thomas Pidcock (Ineos Grenadiers)
Thomas Pidcock (Ineos Grenadiers) (Image credit: Rob Jones)

With his spring road racing season in the books, Tom Pidcock has turned his attention to the mountain bike in recent weeks, recording his first win of the season on Sunday in Chur.

The Briton started his month with his season MTB debut in Guéret but was forced to withdraw before the finish with a mechanical issue. This time he had the beating of a strong field including Mathias Flückinger and Nino Schurter.

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