🔥POGACAR DECLARES WAR ON VINGEGAARD AND JUMBO-VISMA: “I WILL END THEIR ERA BEFORE THIS SEASON IS OVER”
In one of the most dramatic post-Tour de France developments in recent cycling history, Tadej Pogačar has officially declared war on his long-time rival Jonas Vingegaard and the powerhouse team Jumbo-Visma. Fresh off his fourth stage victory in the Tour de France 2025, Pogačar took to the media with a thunderous statement: “I will end the Vingegaard and Jumbo-Visma era before the end of this year’s season.” With those words, the gloves are off, and the road to Vuelta a España and Il Lombardia just became a battleground of legends.
The shockwave of his statement has already rippled through the cycling world. While fans were still celebrating a Tour de France packed with unpredictable moments and emotional triumphs, Pogačar’s post-race fury marks a turning point. The Slovenian star, known for his elegance on the bike and calm demeanor off it, has rarely shown this level of raw intensity. His declaration wasn’t just a personal vendetta—it was a strategic warning. The UAE Team Emirates, already one of the most tactically shrewd squads in the peloton, is rumored to have initiated a covert and unprecedented training program specifically designed for the dual punch of the Vuelta and Lombardia.
Insiders close to the team confirm that UAE Emirates has been working in silence since Stage 17 of the Tour, even as cameras focused on the battle between Vingegaard and Pogačar. While most assumed that the Slovenian’s defeat at the hands of Vingegaard was accepted with grace, it now appears that Pogačar and his team were already plotting revenge. Secret altitude camps, unexpected training withdrawals, and a complete reconfiguration of rider support roles are now surfacing as part of a masterplan to crush Visma’s momentum.
And it may be working. Behind the scenes, the cracks are beginning to show within Jumbo-Visma. Rumors of tension between Jonas Vingegaard and teammate Sepp Kuss have leaked into Dutch media. Disagreements over race scheduling, team leadership at Vuelta, and even personal coaches have created what insiders call a “visible fracture” in the once-unbreakable Dutch squad. Some observers noted Vingegaard’s unusually distant body language on the Tour podium and his absence from post-race celebrations. Now, speculation is growing that not all is well in the yellow-and-black kingdom.
Pogačar seems to be striking while Visma is vulnerable. The decision to target both the Vuelta and Il Lombardia is not merely about adding trophies. It’s a symbolic conquest. If Pogačar wins either—or both—he not only steals headlines but reasserts psychological dominance over a team that has haunted his Grand Tour dreams for years. After losing two Tours de France to Vingegaard, this is more than just about redemption. It’s legacy.
Social media has exploded with reactions from fans and cycling experts alike. The phrase “End the Visma Era” is already trending in Europe, while cycling commentators are divided: some see Pogačar’s move as brilliant, others warn it could backfire if UAE Emirates overstretches before the World Championships. But one thing is certain—this declaration has set the tone for the rest of the 2025 season.
With the Vuelta just weeks away and Lombardia looming in the fall, cycling fans are bracing for a dramatic escalation. This is no longer just about watts, stages, or jerseys. This is war—declared, personal, and brutally strategic. And it seems the season has only just begun.
