Unveiled: Key Facts and Trivia About Tadej Pogacar That May Surprise You
Tadej Pogačar: Cycling's Rising Star and Current Phenom
Tadej Pogačar, the Slovenian cyclist, is making waves in the world of cycling. With a staggering €8 million annual earnings, he is reputedly the highest-paid rider in the peloton.
Pogačar's impressive performances extend beyond his wallet. His maximum power output of 1,253 watts, achieved at the Tokyo Olympics, showcases his incredible strength. Year after year, he covers an astounding 30,000 kilometres (18,600 miles) on his bike, demonstrating his endurance.
This versatile cyclist excels in Grand Tours, one-day classics, and time-trialing. His dominance is evident as he is the only rider in history to have won the Triple Crown of Cycling (Giro, Tour, and World Championships) plus two Monuments (Liège–Bastogne–Liège and Giro di Lombardia) in a single year (2024).
At just 25 years old, Pogačar has already amassed over 100 career victories across Grand Tours, Monuments, and stage races, solidifying his place among cycling's all-time greats.
In the Tour de France, Pogačar has made history by becoming the youngest rider ever to win four editions (2020, 2021, 2024, and 2025) and is closing in on the record of five Tours held by legends Anquetil, Merckx, Hinault, and Indurain. He has consistently placed on the podium in his first eight Grand Tours, surpassing other greats like Anquetil and Hinault.
Pogačar's career breakthrough came at age 20 with a mountain stage win at the Volta ao Algarve, signaling his potential in climbing and stage racing early on.
Apart from his Tour de France achievements, Pogačar also won the 2024 Giro d'Italia and the 2024 UCI Road World Championships road race, completing the prestigious Triple Crown of Cycling by winning the Giro, the Tour, and the World Championships in the same year. He has also won nine one-day Monument classics, including multiple wins in Tour of Flanders, Liège–Bastogne–Liège, and Giro di Lombardia.
Off the bike, Pogačar runs a clothing outlet selling sporty clothing with his slogan: 'Never quit trying and never give up'.
In summary, Pogačar's key achievements include: - Four Tour de France wins (2020, 2021, 2024, 2025) - 2024 Giro d'Italia champion - 2024 UCI Road World Champion (Road Race) - Winner of nine Monument classics (including multiple wins in Tour of Flanders, Liège–Bastogne–Liège, and Giro di Lombardia) - Holds the Triple Crown of Cycling (Giro, Tour, World Championships in 2024) - Youngest to four Tour de France wins and podiumed in first eight Grand Tours - Over 100 career victories by age 25 across Grand Tours, classics, and stage races.
Pogačar's accomplishments in the cycling world are undeniable, and he continues to push boundaries and redefine what is possible on two wheels.
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Sports have seen a revolutionary change with the rise of Tadej Pogačar, the Slovenian cyclist, who is currently breaking records and setting new standards. His impressive victories across Grand Tours, one-day classics, and time-trialing have solidified his position as one of the greatest sports athletes of his generation.
