"No Cyclism this week," says VS.! Was I the only one who was hoping on watching Paris-Roubaix on "Cyclism Sundays" this past weekend? I mean I've been watching coverage throughout the year on VS., as it's the only channel that covers cycling in my area. Each Sunday, I can tune in and see the live (tape delayed) race of the weekend, whether it be Tirreno-Adriatico, Paris-Nice, or Milan-San Remo.
But not this weekend. Not for the biggest one day classic of them all. Not for the "Hell of the North." No, instead of being able to see one of the most important races of the season, I am treated to four hours of tennis coverage. Now, before you get all pissed about me not liking tennis, stop. I like tennis. I grew up watching McEnroe, Connors and Lendl. I'm a fan. But not on Paris-Roubaix day. Not ever.
As usual, I feel betrayed by VS. and their committment to cycling. To not have the "Queen" show same day was a crushingly bad decision. Luckily, the weather didn't end up being epic, and there wasn't a surprise winner. If that were the case, say that Leif Hoste won his first or Thor Hushovd, I would be enraged. As it stands now, I'm just bummed as I'll have to wait a week to witness Boonen's triumph. For a true cycling fan, Boonen's win was not only deserved, it was necessary. And so was the need for same day VS. coverage of the great race .
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Versus is on its way out when it comes to carrying cycling coverage. It is not making money on it. Don't be surprised when same-day Tour de France coverage disappears. It's not more than a year off.
I really hope the earlier post is not correct... Vs. is the only place I can see cycling at all! And plus, this is Columbia's year to shine and I don't want to miss a minute of it.
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