Can anyone stop Tadej Pogačar?

Belgium Remco Evenepoel, Slovenia Tadej Pogacar and France Paul Seixas pictured on the podium after the Men Elite road race, a 202,5 km from Privas to Guilherand-Granges, at the UEC road European cycling championships, Sunday 05 October 2025, France. The European cycling championships Drome-Ardeche takes place from 1 to 5 October, France. BELGA PHOTO DAVID PINTENS (Photo by DAVID PINTENS/Belga/Sipa USA) Source: SIPA USA / Belga/DAVID PINTENS/Belga/Sipa USA

Pogačar’s dominance, Vollering’s new distinctive jersey, and the shifting landscape of modern pro cycling


This week’s episode dives deep into the European Championships in France, where Tadej Pogačar once again asserted his dominance with a commanding victory. The team unpacks the significance of his win in the context of an already stellar season and focuses on Demi Vollering’s long-awaited triumph for a distinctive jersey.

I think he is the best of the best. We are witnessing the best cyclists we've ever seen in our sport.
David McKenzie

Beyond individual performances, the discussion turns to the influence of team environments on riders’ success. The hosts examine how culture shifts — such as Vollering’s move from SD Works to FDJ — can reshape dynamics and performance. They also debate whether the European Championships, held late in the season, risk losing their impact and consider how calendar adjustments could better serve athletes and audiences alike.

I think everything loses its shine after the World Championships.
Grace Brown

The episode closes with an analysis of Remco Evenepoel’s current form and reflections on the sport’s next generation, including rising talents like Paul Seixas.

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