Tour de Lombardie: A Stunning Victory by Tadej Pogacar
Saturday, 12 October 2024, 12:00
Overview of the Tour de Lombardie
The Tour de Lombardie unfolded on Saturday, featuring a much-anticipated duel from the start between Tadej Pogacar and Remco Evenepoel. The race, spanning 252 kilometers, truly intensified less than 50 kilometers from the finish line.
Key Moments in the Race
- A group of 22 riders formed at the front during the climb of the Colle di Berbenno after 80 km of racing.
- Among them were Xandro Meurisse (Alpecin-Deceuninck) and Mauri Vansevenant (Soudal Quick-Step).
- Pogacar launched an attack at 6.4 km from the summit.
- Despite Evenepoel's efforts to catch up, he could not match Pogacar's pace.
Pogacar's Memorable Achievement
Pogacar's win marks his fourth consecutive Tour de Lombardie title, capping off an unforgettable season with a total of 25 victories. Remco Evenepoel finished a notable second over three minutes behind, while Italy's Giulio Ciccone rounded out the podium.
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