Pogacar Takes Stage 10 of Tour de France, Vingegaard Falters

Tadej Pogacar exacted revenge on his main rival, Jonas Vingegaard, with a commanding victory on Stage 10 of the Tour de France in Le Lioran. The four-time champion from Slovenia launched a solo attack 16 kilometers from the finish line, securing a win by approximately 30 seconds over the chasing group. Vingegaard finished seventh, 44 seconds behind.

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We have been targeting this stage for a long time. Two years ago, I finished second here behind Jonas, and this time I managed to change the outcome.

This triumph atoned for Pogacar's disappointment at the same venue in 2024, where he was defeated by Vingegaard in a dramatic finish. It also marked his third stage win in this year's edition and the 24th of his Tour de France career. "We have been targeting this stage for a long time. Two years ago, I finished second here behind Jonas, and this time I managed to change the outcome," Pogacar stated.

The UAE Emirates-XRG team played a crucial role, controlling the race pace from the start before enabling Pogacar's decisive attack. Sports Director Andrej Hauptman of UAE Emirates-XRG commented that the victory not only solidified Pogacar's overall lead but also boosted the team's confidence for more challenging routes ahead. "We know Jonas is a great champion, and losing to him is not shameful. But today Tadej won again, and it is very important for the team's morale," he said.

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We know Jonas is a great champion, and losing to him is not shameful. But today Tadej won again, and it is very important for the team''s morale.

Vingegaard, a two-time Tour de France winner, remained optimistic despite losing valuable time, believing his chances are still open. "My legs are recovering, and I am looking forward to more climbs. The race is still long," the Danish rider remarked. The competition is expected to intensify again on Stage 14 in the Vosges mountains on Saturday, which could serve as a new stage for the two main rivals to continue their battle for the Tour de France title.

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My legs are recovering, and I am looking forward to more climbs. The race is still long.