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Tadej Pogačar clinches his second consecutive Tour of Flanders title with a stunning solo finish. The Slovenian superstar dominates the race, outpacing rival Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Premier Tech) after a decisive attack on the Oude Kwaremont.
In a repeat of his 2025 victory, Pogačar accelerates on the final ascent, leaving Van der Poel trailing. Remco Evenepoel (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe) makes a valiant effort, pursuing the leaders solo but finishes third in his Flanders debut.
UAE Team Emirates-XRG ignites the race, breaking apart the early breakaway with 100 kilometers remaining. Pogačar ramps up the pressure on the second climb of the Oude Kwaremont, solidifying his position. Van der Poel and Evenepoel initially follow, but Evenepoel loses ground on the Paterberg, narrowing it down to the past two champions.
Pogačar's victory marks his third in four years at this prestigious event, fueling speculation about his potential to achieve all five Monuments in a single year. After the race, he reflects on the intense competition, emphasizing the strategic nature of the race. Pogačar’s dominance continues to make waves in the cycling world.
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