Why these people believe in 'freak' Tadej Pogačar's victories
As Tadej Pogačar continues to mop up cycling's biggest accolades and most controversial record, one former doper believes he has found the answer to his success: he is just a "freak".
Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar is dominating professional cycling so completely that some compare his achievements to those of Alexander the Great in his conquests. At just 27 years old, Pogačar has already amassed an impressive record of victories, including three Tour de France wins, a Giro d'Italia, two World Championships, and eight Monument one-day races.
His performance in the 2026 Vuelta a España, which begins later this month, is expected to continue his streak of success and further solidify his status as one of the greatest cyclists of all time. However, some skeptics question Pogačar's dominance, pointing to the history of doping in the sport as a potential factor. Pogačar's impressive performances, such as his solo 42km ascent of the Col du Tourmalet and his heart-stopping ride up Alpe d'Huez, have raised questions about the role of performance-enhancing drugs in his achievements.
Despite the skepticism, Pogačar's relentless pursuit of victory and his impressive record of wins make it difficult to imagine anyone challenging his reign in professional cycling.
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