Yes, Tadej Pogačar will be leading UAE Team Emirates-XRG at Milan-San Remo 2025, as the team confirmed its seven-rider lineup for the first Monument of the season. The Slovenian superstar, who has made Milan-San Remo a key target in past years, will be aiming to add the prestigious title to his growing list of victories.
Pogačar will be supported by a strong squad, including Juan Ayuso, João Almeida, Marc Hirschi, Matteo Trentin, Tim Wellens, and Mikkel Bjerg. This lineup brings a mix of climbing strength, tactical intelligence, and sprinting power—key elements for success in a race as unpredictable as La Classicissima.
Pogačar finished fourth in 2022 and attacked on the Poggio in 2023, but couldn’t break away. His aggressive riding style and ability to accelerate on the final climb make him a major threat. With UAE’s reinforcements, he might have a better shot at dropping the sprinters before the descent into San Remo.
However, success at Milan-San Remo depends on timing and positioning. The 293km race often comes down to a late attack on the Poggio or a reduced sprint. Riders like Mathieu van der Poel, Wout van Aert, and defending champion Jasper Philipsen will pose serious challenges.
Can Pogačar finally conquer Milan-San Remo? With the UAE-XRG team backing him, he has all the tools to win—but as history shows, La Primavera is never predictable.[wpstatistics stat=usersonline]