Tadej Pogacar has cemented his place among cycling’s greatest legends after securing his fifth Tour de France title in Paris this past Sunday. At just 27 years old, the Slovenian sensation achieved a historic milestone, joining the elite club of five-time winners that includes icons like Eddy Merckx and Miguel Indurain. Reflecting on his dominant run, which featured five individual stage wins, Pogacar admitted that the reality of his achievement feels almost surreal, noting that such a consistent performance on the podium—seven times in seven starts—is the kind of feat usually reserved for works of fiction.

The champion was quick to credit UAE Team Emirates for his success, emphasizing that his rapid rise since joining the squad in 2020 has been fueled by the unwavering support of his teammates. Beyond his own triumph, the team celebrated another historic moment as 22-year-old Isaac del Toro took third place, becoming the first Mexican rider to stand on the Tour de France podium. While Pogacar acknowledges the need to set new challenges for his career, he remains deeply grateful for the trust and camaraderie that allowed him to reach this incredible pinnacle in professional cycling.