But behind Pogacar stands a massive support team that ensures he wants for nothing. While much of that support comes from within his team, one key component is external: an Italian shoe manufacturer that’s been giving “Pogi” the best shoes in the game since 2020.

First place on the summit finishes carries a total of 80 points in the mountains classifications and 60 in the points. As well as being a best-priced 8-15 on Sunday night for the polka dots, Pogacar was a general 5-1 shot for green. You can watch every stage of the 2025 live on TNT Sports & ITV4.

The defending champion proved he was a class above the rest with a dominant 12km solo win on the Hautacam climb

Denmark hasn’t given up hope for a third Tour de France victory from Jonas Vingegaard ( Visma | Lease a Bike), but the reality is sinking in—it’s going to be a monumental task to wrest the yellow jersey away from Tadej Pogacar (UAE Emirates-XRG).

"We came close to a stage win, but Thymen Arensman was really strong today and he fully deserved this victory - hats off to him. We can be happy and satisfied w