Tadej Pogacar delivered a commanding solo victory on stage four of the Vuelta a España in Andorra, putting almost three minutes into the rest of the field.
Key facts
- Tadej Pogacar won stage four of the Vuelta a España with a solo effort.
- The Slovenian finished more than three minutes ahead of the field.
- He broke clear halfway through the 105km stage.
- The decisive move came on the slopes of the Collada de Beixalis.
- The stage took place in Andorra.
Race leader Tadej Pogacar produced a dominant display on stage four of the Vuelta a España, riding clear of the entire field to win by nearly three minutes in Andorra, according to the Guardian.
The Slovenian broke away halfway through the challenging 105km stage on the brutal slopes of the Collada de Beixalis, leaving the peloton unable to respond.
From there, Pogacar rode alone to the finish, extending his advantage over his rivals with what the Guardian described as a typically dominant solo effort.
The margin of more than three minutes underlined the gap between Pogacar and the rest of the field on the demanding Andorran terrain.
The win reinforced Pogacar’s position as race leader, adding to his authority over the general classification early in the Vuelta.
The Guardian reported that further details of the stage were to follow.
Why it matters
Pogacar is one of the sport's dominant riders, and a solo win of this scale early in a Grand Tour signals his strength for the overall standings. Big margins on climbing stages often shape the outcome of the entire three-week race.
Frequently asked questions
Who won stage four of the Vuelta a España?
Slovenian rider and race leader Tadej Pogacar won stage four with a solo effort.
By how much did Pogacar win?
He finished more than three minutes ahead of the rest of the field, according to the Guardian.
Where did Pogacar make his decisive move?
He broke clear halfway through the 105km stage on the slopes of the Collada de Beixalis in Andorra.