Why all isn’t lost for cycling despite Tadej Pogacar’s iron grip on Tour de France

Tadej Pogacar dominated the 2025 Tour de France in his characteristic imperious style, continuing his strong grip on cycling's most prestigious race. Despite Pogacar's dominance at the top, the competition for the remaining podium positions was closely contested, highlighting the depth of talent in professional cycling. Commentators argue that the sport remains in strong overall health, with meaningful rivalries and competitive racing beyond the Slovenian's near-unbeatable performances.