Since arriving at UAE Team Emirates in 2019, Tadej Pogacar It has become the undisputed flagship of the team and, apparently, the relationship will last for a long time, and more after this Thursday the team announced the extension of the 26-year-old Slovenian cyclist’s contract until 2030.
Tadej Pogacar The contract with the Arab Emirates team ends in 2027, but they do not want to wait to extend the contract of one of the most dominant cyclists in recent years and aim to continue making history in the coming years.
The 26-year-old Slovenian managed to be crowned the best team of the UCI World Tour in 2024 with the UAE Emirates and the best cyclist for the fourth year in a row. Since he came to the Arab team he has accumulated 88 wins between generals, stages or classics. A track record that is uncommon and only available to a select few.
Also, Pogacar achieved a dream and unprecedented 2024, winning the Giro d’Italia, the Tour de France, the Strade Bianche, the Liège-Bastogne-Liège and the Il Lombardia and the World Championship.
“I am very proud to extend my contract here. This team has been my home for five years and I can’t imagine being anywhere else. The best moments of my career were spent with UAE Team Emirates and this is a testament to all the staff, management, teammates and partners who allow me to perform at the highest level I’m excited for the future this team gives me the best chance to fight for victories and that’s exactly what I want.” , Pogacar stated in. the official statement.
Source: La Verdad
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