Pogačar’s updated provisional schedule following the announcement he will ride Paris-Roubaix. Subject to change. An official announcement is still to be made on whether he will ride the Vuelta a España. 
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Tadej Pogačar is set to make history in 2025 by targeting all five Monuments, following the recent confirmation that he will debut at Paris-Roubaix. This decision marks a bold move for the Slovenian, who continues to redefine what is possible for a Grand Tour contender.
The UAE Team Emirates leader has already proven himself in the one-day classics, with victories at Il Lombardia, Liège-Bastogne-Liège, and the Tour of Flanders. His versatility and aggressive racing style make him a natural contender in any race he enters. However, Paris-Roubaix presents an entirely new challenge. The “Hell of the North” is notorious for its bone-rattling cobblestones, unpredictable weather, and high-risk racing. Unlike the punchy climbs where Pogačar usually thrives, Roubaix demands brute strength, bike-handling skills, and sheer endurance over the pavé. His preparation for the race will be closely watched, particularly whether he adapts his training or fine-tunes his equipment setup to suit the unique demands of the event.
If he follows through with this schedule, Pogačar will be the first reigning Tour de France champion to compete in all five Monuments in a single season. His ability to balance the demands of one-day races with a Grand Tour campaign is remarkable. His participation in the Vuelta a España remains uncertain, but it would further solidify his status as the most ambitious and versatile rider of his generation.
With his attacking instincts and relentless drive for success, Pogačar is expected to be a major protagonist in every Monument he lines up for. Milan-San Remo’s explosive finale, the cobbled chaos of Flanders and Roubaix, the relentless Ardennes climbs of Liège, and the grueling ascents of Il Lombardia all pose unique challenges, but if anyone can rise to the occasion, it’s him.
This ambitious schedule speaks volumes about his hunger to cement his legacy beyond stage racing. Whether he can win them all in one season remains to be seen, but just attempting the feat is an extraordinary testament to his talent and determination.