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Tadej Pogacar Claims Third Liège–Bastogne–Liège Victory with Dominant Solo Attack

The Slovenian cyclist secures his ninth Monument win, capping a remarkable spring classics campaign before a planned recovery phase.

Sichtlich gut gelaunt: Tadej Pogacar auf dem Podium von Lüttich-Bastogne-Lüttich
Tadej Pogacar Jubel
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Overview

  • Tadej Pogacar triumphed in the 111th Liège–Bastogne–Liège with a decisive 35 km solo attack on the Côte de La Redoute, finishing 1:03 ahead of Giulio Ciccone and Ben Healy.
  • This marks Pogacar’s third win at Liège–Bastogne–Liège and his ninth career Monument victory, tying him with cycling legends Fausto Coppi and Sean Kelly.
  • The 26-year-old is the first rider to podium at all four opening Monuments of the season, solidifying his dominance in diverse race formats.
  • Pre-race favorite Remco Evenepoel fell significantly behind, finishing 59th, unable to respond to Pogacar’s move.
  • Pogacar will now rest before resuming competition at the Critérium du Dauphiné in June, as he prepares to defend his Tour de France title in July.