Tour de France: Has Tadej Pogacar already won the Tour de France?

Tadej Pogacar has left his rivals scrambling for answers after a dominant performance in the Pyrenees, raising the question of whether the Tour de France is already decided. The Slovenian rider attacked 4.7 km from the summit of the Tourmalet, an unprecedented move in this year's race, and no competitor could match his pace.

Jonas Vingegaard, a pre-race favorite, appeared resigned, not even attempting to follow Pogacar's acceleration. The gap between Pogacar and the other contenders only widened by the finish line. The leader of UAE Team Emirates showcased exceptional form, shattering the Tourmalet climb record previously held by Vingegaard by over two minutes. His time of 43 minutes and 12 seconds significantly bettered Vingegaard's 2023 record of 45 minutes and 35 seconds.

Adding to his rivals' concerns, Pogacar is supported by a strong UAE Team Emirates squad, including young talent Isaac del Toro, who has already won a stage. Other key riders like McNulty, Politt, and Yates provide crucial support, creating a formidable and seemingly unshakeable team.

Despite his dominance, the Tour de France is far from over. While Pogacar excels in the Pyrenees, the Alps have historically been a different story. He has experienced significant difficulties in the Alps in previous Tours, notably in 2022 and 2023. These past struggles in the mountain stages offer the only glimmer of hope for his competitors to potentially overturn the current standings.