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Mathieu van der Poel predicts Tadej Pogačar will soon conquer Milan-San Remo. Van der Poel has thwarted Pogačar's attempts for three consecutive years, cementing his status as a top contender in La Primavera. The Dutch star is in peak form after securing two stage wins at Tirreno-Adriatico. With Milan-San Remo around the corner, he gears up for a showdown against Pogačar, who dominated Strade Bianche last weekend. Van der Poel feels ready, stating, "I am satisfied with my legs and the feeling this week." He acknowledges that the competition will be fierce, particularly on the iconic Cipressa and Poggio routes. Fellow racers Filippo Ganna and Wout van Aert are also set to challenge. The cycling community eagerly anticipates this thrilling face-off as the first Monument of 2026 approaches.
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