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Pogacar Shines in Thrilling Critérium du Dauphiné Opener

6/8/2025

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Tadej Pogacar electrified the first stage of the Critérium du Dauphiné, sprinting past rivals Jonas Vingegaard and Mathieu van der Poel in a heart-pounding finish. This eight-stage race through the picturesque Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region serves as a vital test for Pogacar's Tour de France readiness, while Van der Poel makes his comeback from injury.

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Tadej Pogacar electrified the first stage of the Critérium du Dauphiné, sprinting past rivals Jonas Vingegaard and Mathieu van der Poel in a heart-pounding finish. This eight-stage race through the picturesque Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region serves as a vital test for Pogacar's Tour de France readiness, while Van der Poel makes his comeback from injury.