I still maintain that the course was not worthy of a "world championship" level event, but the course was significantly improved over last years Bike Path World Championships.

Keegan did well to represent himself given the course did not really suit his abilities / skillset....it was very short and most of the climbs were paved or not very technical (but steep!). The US team was also massively handicapped by their starting positions. Most fo them were ~180+ out of 220 riders, so Keegan largely had to fend for himself. Mahoric rode a superb race and used his bike handling skills to great effect. A well-deserved victory.

Kasia Niewiedoma surprised me as I thought Demi was gonna wipe up the field....very happy to see her get a big win. She is also going to race Big Sugar in 2 weeks. I hope she comes to fully race the event instead of just treating it like a holiday as most euro pros do. Hopefully the jersey gives her the extra motivation to fully race (even though she probably won't wear it).

Finally, a hearty Middle Finger Salute to the UCI and organizers for not providing live coverage of the women's race, in this, the year of our lord 2023. UNbelievable.