Ilia Topuria, UFC star, shared a picture of himself pedaling in Miami and asked former cyclist Alberto Contador for advice. The Spaniard's response was quick and humorous: That Miami bridge feels long. The social media exchange sparked debate among sports fans and cycling enthusiasts.
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Analyzing the image, a position with a very upright torso and locked elbows is noticeable, which reduces aerodynamic efficiency and can cause lower back fatigue. The fighter's hip is positioned behind the saddle, indicating an excessive seat height. Adjusting the torso tilt to 40-45 degrees and lowering the saddle by 2 cm would improve power transfer. For an elite athlete like Topuria, these details make a difference on long rides.
The Miami bridge: a challenge for undefeated fighters and former champions 🌉
Contador, accustomed to mountain passes like the Angliru, jokes that a flat Miami bridge feels long. For Topuria, used to knocking out opponents in the octagon, pedaling 10 km must be like a light sparring session. Perhaps the Hispanic-Georgian should swap the bicycle for a rowing machine, where the only bridge he crosses is that of his own cardiovascular endurance.