Pogačar returns to lead for Tour of Flanders

After an impressive podium at Milano – San Remo, Tadej Pogačar returns to Belgium to take on the biggest of the Flanders Classics: the Ronde Van Vlaanderen (6 April) on Sunday. With 23 victories already on the board this season, the Emirati team go into the weekend with their tails up and in search of a big result.

The team brings a wealth of classics experience to the table, most notably through veterans Nils Politt and local favourite Tim Wellens, who boast a combined 15 starts in the historic monument race. The 2023 ‘De Ronde’ Champion Pogačar comes into the race as one of the favourites and reflects on good memories on Flemish roads.
Pogačar : “Flanders is an amazing race and for sure ranks as one of the most important victories in my career. The energy of the race and the passion for cycling in this region is something special. The team is very strong and I think we can give a really good showing to try and ride for the victory.

In Milano- San Remo we had a great race and a good battle between the rivals and I’m looking forward to doing it all again on Sunday, albeit in different circumstances. ”

Prior to Flanders there will be another test on the cards for the Emirati squad: Dwars Door Vlaanderen (2 April).

Sports Directors Fabio Baldato (Ita) and Marco Marcato (Ita) will guide the team from the car for both races.

Dwars door Vlaanderen – A travers la Flandre [1.UWT] – 02-April-2025

Filippo Baroncini (Ita)

Mikkel Bjerg (Den)

Sebastian Molano (Col)

Nils Politt (Ger)

Rui Oliveira (Por)

Jhonatan Narvaez (Ecu)

Tim Wellens (Bel)
Ronde van Vlaanderen – Tour des Flandres [1.UWT] – 06-Apr-2025

Mikkel Bjerg (Den)
Tadej Pogačar (Slo)
Florian Vermeersch (Bel)

Antonio Morgado (Por)

Jhonatan Narvaez (Ecu)

Nils Politt (Ger)

Tim Wellens (Bel)