Pogačar’s crash blows La Vuelta wide open as Mas leads, Roglič chases history and cycling’s rising stars seize their moment.
Bastien Tronchon claimed the biggest victory of his career on stage 10 of La Vuelta, emerging from a chaotic sprint to earn his first WorldTour and Grand Tour win. Christophe and Grace examine Visma’s disorganised finish, Wout van Aert’s pursuit of the green jersey and whether Groupama-FDJ’s strong French identity is limiting the team’s potential.
Tadej Pogačar’s crash has transformed the battle for the red jersey. Enric Mas now leads after confirming his climbing form with victory on stage nine, but four-time champion Primož Roglič remains a major threat as he chases an unprecedented fifth Vuelta title. Pogačar’s withdrawal could also free Jay Vine to target stage wins, while his concussion, fractured collarbone and vertebral injury make a World Championship defence appear unlikely.
