Pogacar Wins Milan-Sanremo: Pidcock 2nd, Van Aert 3rd – 2024 Highlights

Tadej Pogačar of Slovenia has won the 2026 Milan-San Remo, edging out Tom Pidcock in a photo finish, a victory made all the more remarkable by a crash that occurred before the Cipressa climb. The win marks another major achievement for the World Champion.

The dramatic finish saw Pogačar and Pidcock crossing the line almost simultaneously, requiring officials to examine photo-finish imagery to determine the victor. The race unfolded with a significant incident involving Pogačar and Wout van Aert, who both crashed before the ascent of the Cipressa. Van Aert, visibly stunned by Pogačar’s recovery and subsequent win, remarked, “I saw him on the ground when we crashed… next time I saw him was at the finish,” according to CyclingUpToDate.com.

Despite the crash, Pogačar was able to rejoin the peloton and ultimately contest the sprint finish. The incident highlighted the unpredictable nature of the Milan-San Remo, a race renowned for its challenging course and often chaotic finales. The victory is Pogačar’s first Milan-San Remo title.

Tom Pidcock finished second, narrowly missing out on the win. Wout van Aert secured third place, demonstrating resilience after his earlier crash. The race covered a distance of approximately 294 kilometers from Milan to San Remo, testing the endurance and tactical acumen of the riders.

The result underscores Pogačar’s versatility, adding another prestigious one-day classic to his palmarès. The Milan-San Remo is considered one of cycling’s five ‘Monument’ races, and Pogačar’s win solidifies his position as one of the sport’s leading figures.