Pogacar on verge of fifth Tour title after Alpe d'Huez win
Defending Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar is on the verge of winning a record-equalling fifth Tour de France after taking a storming victory on stage 19 to Alpe d'Huez.
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Notable Quotes
"It was very cool to win up here - it was a crazy atmosphere all climb and I'm thankful for the team that I it could pull it off."
— Tadej Pogacar , Athlete
Key People
Adam Yates is a professional cyclist recognized as one of the elite stage racers.
Isaac del Toro is a Mexican cyclist known for his supportive role within his team.
French cyclist who finished second in the stage.
Remco Evenepoel is a Belgian cyclist recognized for his strong performances in recent competitions.
Ecuadorian cyclist who finished third in stage three.
Slovenian cyclist holding the yellow jersey in the men's race of the Tour de Suisse.
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Defending Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar is on the verge of winning a record-equalling fifth Tour de France after taking a storming victory on stage 19 to Alpe d'Huez.
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