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Pogacar Dominates Stage 13, Expands Tour de France Lead

7/18/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Tadej Pogacar showcased his incredible prowess in Stage 13 of the Tour de France, conquering the mountain time trial from Loudenvielle to Peyragudes in just 23 minutes and 36 seconds—outpacing Jonas Vingegaard by a remarkable margin. With this victory, Pogacar widened his overall lead to 4 minutes and 7 seconds, leaving Remco Evenepoel trailing by over seven minutes.

History

Historical Context

The Tour de France, established in 1903 by the newspaper L'Auto, has evolved into cycling's premier event, featuring time trials and mountain stages. Maurice Garin won the inaugural race, while Tadej Pogacar's recent victories, including the 2024 edition, highlight the race's competitive nature and the significance of individual performance, inspiring future cyclists and shaping race strategies.

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Story summary

Tadej Pogacar showcased his incredible prowess in Stage 13 of the Tour de France, conquering the mountain time trial from Loudenvielle to Peyragudes in just 23 minutes and 36 seconds—outpacing Jonas Vingegaard by a remarkable margin. With this victory, Pogacar widened his overall lead to 4 minutes and 7 seconds, leaving Remco Evenepoel trailing by over seven minutes.

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