Tadej Pogačar wins Il Lombardia 2025
# Tadej Pogačar Claims Fifth Consecutive Victory at Il Lombardia 2025
In a stunning display of cycling prowess, Tadej Pogačar of UAE Team Emirates XRG has clinched the 119th Il Lombardia, a prestigious race renowned as “The Race of the Falling Leaves.” The event, covering a challenging 241 kilometers from Como to Bergamo, witnessed Pogačar securing victory in a remarkable time of 5 hours, 45 minutes, and 53 seconds, achieving an impressive average speed of 41.806 km/h.
Pogačar’s win marks his fifth consecutive triumph in this esteemed race. He crossed the finish line ahead of Remco Evenepoel from Soudal Quick-Step, who finished in second place, 1 minute and 48 seconds behind. Michael Storer of the Tudor Pro Cycling Team rounded out the podium in third, finishing 3 minutes and 14 seconds after the champion.
### Final Results
1. Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates XRG) – 241 km in 5h45’53”, average speed 41.806 km/h
2. Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step) at 1’48”
3. Michael Storer (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) at 3’14”
4. Quinn Simmons (Lidl-Trek) at 3’39”
5. Isaac Del Toro (UAE Team Emirates XRG) at 4’16”
In a post-race interview, a visibly elated Pogačar reflected on his historic achievement, stating, “To win Il Lombardia five times in a row, every time I started, it feels like this race really suits me. But at the same time I have such a good team around me, we could pull it and I owe a big thank you to my team-mates. Domen [Novak] did a fantastic job, then Pavel [Sivakov] was also really impressive today in the chase and all the guys protecting me in the final climb, it was a top class work, just impressive from all my team-mates. Seven years in a row I’ve said this is my best season so far and I can say it again today.”
Pogačar’s fifth consecutive victory not only solidifies his dominance in the sport but also highlights the strength and cohesion of his team, who played a pivotal role in his success. As the cycling world looks ahead, all eyes will be on Pogačar to see what other milestones he may achieve in the future.
