Tadej Pogacar makes winning start to Vuelta a Espana: 'Red is a nice colour'
Tadej Pogacar dazzled in Monaco by winning the first stage of the 81st Vuelta a Espana on Saturday. The Slovenian, bidding to win the only Grand Tour to elude him, broke the heart of Britain's Ethan Hayter to win the 9.4km individual time trial by 0.09 seconds. Rolling down the start ramp out of Monte Carlo's glitzy casino, UAE Team Emirates star Pogacar tore around the narrow and twisty course…
Tadej Pogacar, the 27-year-old Slovenian cyclist, delivered a stellar performance in the opening stage of the 81st Vuelta a Espana, clinching victory in the 9.4km individual time trial. The race took place in his hometown of Monaco, adding to the significance of his win. Pogacar edged out Britain's Ethan Hayter by a mere 0.09 seconds, securing the coveted red jersey and marking his 36th Grand Tour stage victory. This accomplishment solidifies Pogacar's standing as a dominant force in the cycling world.
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