Overview
- Tadej Pogacar officially announced his participation in Paris-Roubaix, set for April 13, 2025, marking his first appearance in the race.
- He adjusted his race calendar, withdrawing from the E3 Saxo Classic and Gand-Wevelgem, to focus on Paris-Roubaix and the Tour of Flanders.
- Pogacar becomes the first reigning Tour de France winner to compete in Paris-Roubaix since Greg LeMond in 1991.
- His decision has reignited discussions about cycling traditions, with experts like Bernard Hinault and Marc Madiot expressing confidence in his potential to win.
- The cycling world anticipates a showdown between Pogacar and Mathieu van der Poel, the 2024 Paris-Roubaix champion, on the challenging cobblestone course.