Pogacar happy to have finished 'the work of the whole team'

Tadej Pogacar, the Slovenian cycling sensation, has once again demonstrated his prowess by clinching the fourth stage and seizing the overall lead in the prestigious Tour de Romandía. Speaking after the demanding race, Pogacar was quick to credit his entire team for the remarkable achievement, underscoring the importance of their collective effort and strategic execution. "It was pure teamwork. We planned to reach the first two climbs with seven riders and then go for the stage. Applause to the whole team," he stated, highlighting the meticulous planning and flawless execution that characterized their approach.

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It was pure teamwork. We planned to reach the two first climbs with seven riders and then go for the stage. Applause to the whole team. The first hour of the race was very hard and then to neutralize the breakaway, all my teammates were fantastic. I am very happy to have been able to finish it successfully.

The race itself was a grueling test of endurance and skill. Pogacar acknowledged the intense competition, particularly the difficulty in shaking off his closest rival, Florian Lipowitz, on the final ascent. "The competition has been very strong. It was very difficult to drop Florian," he admitted. The subsequent descent presented its own set of challenges, as Pogacar battled to maintain his advantage, ultimately succeeding in crossing the finish line solo. His satisfaction with his performance was palpable, reflecting the immense effort required to secure the victory.

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The competition has been very strong. It was very difficult to drop Florian. On the descent, he made things very difficult for me to maintain the same time difference, so it was not easy. It was a very tough day and I am happy with my performance today.