Slovenian superstar Tadej Pogačar, two-time Tour de France winner (2020 & 2021), is once again dominating the world’s most prestigious cycling race. With two stage victories already under his belt in the 2025 edition, he currently wears the coveted yellow jersey, leading the general classification and looking stronger than ever.
Though he’s racing without one of his most promising teammates, Isaac del Toro, the young Mexican rider remains a key part of UAE Team Emirates' powerful lineup — showing his strength in parallel at the Tour of Austria.
Stage 4 (summit finish): A decisive attack on the final climb earned Pogačar his first win of this year’s Tour.
Stage 8 (individual time trial): He crushed the competition, winning the stage and further extending his GC lead.
Overall status: Firmly in 1st place, with a comfortable margin and a team built around defending yellow all the way to Paris.
While Pogačar leads in France, his UAE Team Emirates teammate Isaac del Toro is making history in Austria — with two consecutive stage wins and currently fighting for the overall lead. At just 21, Del Toro is emerging as one of the most exciting young riders in the world, and his performances are a testament to UAE’s long-term vision.
Though Del Toro isn’t riding alongside Pogačar in this Tour, their shared jersey connects them — both representing the depth, strategy, and ambition of UAE Team Emirates.
“This Tour is about teamwork. I trust every rider around me — even those racing elsewhere like Isaac, who’s having an incredible week in Austria. It’s great to see our entire squad performing on all fronts,” said Pogačar after his Stage 8 win.
The combination of Pogačar’s tactical brilliance and Del Toro’s explosive emergence shows that UAE Team Emirates isn’t just winning now — they’re building the future. From Slovenia to Mexico, their riders are leading wherever they race.
| Rider | Tadej Pogačar |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Slovenian 🇸🇮 |
| Age | 26 (b. Sept 21, 1998) |
| 2025 Tour de France Wins | Stage 4 & Stage 8 |
| Current Status | Yellow Jersey (1st GC) |
| Team | UAE Team Emirates |
| Teammate in Spotlight | Isaac del Toro 🇲🇽 (Tour of Austria leader) |
Tadej Pogačar is on a mission in France, and while Isaac del Toro isn't racing the Tour de France this year, his breakout performance in Austria makes it clear: UAE Team Emirates has both the leader of today and the champions of tomorrow.
