Tadej Pogačar Claims Historic Third Victory at Tour of Flanders
Pogačar wins record-tying third Tour of Flanders
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Tadej Pogačar of UAE Team Emirates-XRG won the Tour of Flanders for the third time, equaling the record for most victories in this prestigious race. He finished 33 seconds ahead of rival Mathieu van der Poel, solidifying his status as one of cycling's greats. This win adds to his impressive 2023 season.
- 01Tadej Pogačar won the Tour of Flanders for the third time, tying the record.
- 02He finished 33 seconds ahead of Mathieu van der Poel.
- 03Pogačar also won the Strade Bianche and Milan-San Remo in 2023.
- 04Remco Evenepoel finished third in his Tour of Flanders debut.
- 05The race featured a challenging 172.7-mile route with 16 climbs.
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Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) achieved a remarkable feat by winning the Tour of Flanders for the third time, tying the record held by cycling legends. His victory came after a strong solo effort, where he broke away from fellow competitor Mathieu van der Poel (Alpecin-Premier Tech) on the final ascent of the Oude Kwaremont. Despite van der Poel's efforts to keep pace, Pogačar extended his lead on the Paterberg, finishing 33 seconds ahead. This win adds to Pogačar's successful 2023 season, where he has already claimed victories at Milan-San Remo and the Strade Bianche. Newcomer Remco Evenepoel (Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe) finished third, marking a strong debut in this prestigious race. Known as De Ronde, the Tour of Flanders is one of cycling's five
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