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Tadej Pogačar celebrates his record-breaking fourth win at Strade Bianche, revealing a black sensor under his rainbow-bands skinsuit. Speculation ignites online—could it be a core temperature device or a heart rate monitor? Some recall the controversy from last year when Kristen Faulkner was disqualified for a glucose monitor. The truth? It's Pogačar's Whoop sensor. Likely the 5.0 model, it tracks heart rate, variability, sleep, and other metrics crucial for athlete recovery and performance. While typically worn on the wrist, athletes can place Whoop sensors in various locations, including pockets in activewear. Assos even offers bib shorts designed for this purpose. The sensor's placement hints it may have shifted during the race, but its primary function remains clear—helping Pogačar optimize his efforts on the road.
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