In a stunning display of skill and determination, Matteo Jorgenson of US Visma Lease a Bike made a mammoth attack on the final climb of the Critérium du Dauphiné, leaving spectators in awe of his abilities. Jorgenson, part of a breakaway group that included Carlos Rodríguez of Ineos Grenadiers, crossed the finish line well ahead of overall leader Primož Roglič, showcasing his potential as a force to be reckoned with.

Jorgenson's remarkable performance saw him doing most of the work to overcome his overnight deficit, demonstrating his commitment and strength as a rider. Despite not contending the sprint, Rodríguez seized the stage victory. Meanwhile, Roglič, who had been dominating the race with back-to-back stage wins, struggled on the final day and crossed the line 48 seconds behind Jorgenson.

With time bonuses factored in, Roglič managed to retain his overall lead by a mere eight seconds, marking a remarkable comeback given the challenges he faced, including a significant crash earlier in the season. Despite the nail-biting finish, Roglič expressed his satisfaction with the overall result, acknowledging the crazy nature of the race and the team's hard work.

Rodríguez, one of Ineos Grenadiers' prominent riders for the upcoming Tour de France, had experienced mixed fortunes throughout the event. However, his victory in the final stage provided a much-needed boost to his morale. Although finishing fourth overall, Rodríguez's win has instilled him with confidence ahead of the prestigious race.

The final stage of the race proved to be another grueling test for the riders, featuring four challenging climbs and a punishing summit finish at Plateau de Glières. Spanning a total of 3751 meters of climbing over 160.6 kilometers, it served as a fitting conclusion to the Critérium du Dauphiné.

Notably, Jorgenson's teammate, Sepp Kuss, was absent from the peloton, with the team opting to rest him due to his recent struggles. The day's breakaway was initiated by Marc Soler, who joined forces with Sean Quinn, Nicolas Prodhomme, Lorenzo Fortunato, and Bart Lemmen. The group was later joined by additional riders, including Rodríguez's teammate Omar Fraile and David Gaudu.

Despite their early advantage on the penultimate climb, the Le Salève, the breakaway's lead gradually diminished as Ineos Grenadiers and other teams increased the pace. Tiesj Benoot sacrificed his efforts on the final climb to support Jorgenson, but Bora-Hansgrohe opted for a steady tempo rather than chasing their attacks. Giulio Ciccone launched an attack but was caught, paving the way for Rodríguez's decisive move with Jorgenson close behind.

Despite Derek Gee's late attack, Jorgenson and Rodríguez held firm, leaving Jorgenson frustratingly close to claiming the overall victory. Nevertheless, Roglič's determination paid off as he managed to retain his yellow jersey and secure his second Critérium du Dauphiné title.

Roglič expressed gratitude for the victory, acknowledging the turbulent spring season full of crashes and unforeseen events. The triumph undoubtedly bolstered his confidence as he looks ahead to the Tour de France, emphasizing the importance of savoring such victories in the highly competitive world of professional cycling.