Noemi Rüegg - How to beat 3 UAE riders in a cycling race - Domestique Hotseat
Fresh off her Tour Down Under triumph, Noemi Rüegg joins Domestique Hotseat to break down a week that tested her limits. From brutal heat adaptation, tactical gambles on Corkscrew Road to how to beat 3 UAE riders, the Swiss rider reflects on pressure, teamwork and taking the next step as a leader.

Also in this episode:
- Defending a GC title and dealing with expectation from day one
- Training through winter in Switzerland and preparing for 37 degree heat
- The decisive role of the reigning world champion as a teammate
- Turning consistency into victories and targeting the next step forward
The Swiss rider also opens up about life inside the team, the importance of trust over hierarchy, and why sometimes winning comes down to leaving doubt behind and committing fully to the gamble.
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