Pogacar's Fifth Tour Win

Tadej Pogacar claimed a record-tying fifth Tour de France victory.

Tadej Pogacar confirms status as a cycling great with record-equaling fifth Tour de France title | CNN

Tour De France: Tadej Pogacar Dominates For Record-Tying Fifth Win

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Tadej Pogačar of Slovenia won the 2026 Tour de France in Paris, securing his fifth career title and crossing the final-stage finish just before 8 p.m. local time. The victory tied the race record shared by Eddy Merckx, Miguel Indurain, Bernard Hinault and Jacques Anquetil. Organizers shortened the final stage to 89 kilometers because of wildfires in France, then neutralized racing on Montmartre’s cobbles over rain-related safety concerns. The disruption added the Tour to sporting events altered by extreme weather.

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Pogacar's Greatness

Tadej Pogacar’s fifth Tour de France victory puts him among cycling’s all-time greats. His record-equaling title and dominant performance confirm his historic status in the sport.