THEMOVE Is Tadej Pogačar Really Skipping the 2026 Tour de France? | THEMOVE+
Oct 31, 2025
Spencer Martin and Johan Bruyneel dive into the buzz surrounding Tadej Pogačar potentially skipping the 2026 Tour de France. They dissect the implications of Oier Lazkano's suspension and the complexities of the UCI's Biological Passport system. The duo also explores why road cycling offers more financial rewards than other disciplines and the effects of recent corporate sponsorship changes in cycling teams. Lastly, they analyze team dynamics and communications during pivotal races, while pondering the current status of American cyclists.
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Hosts’ Strava Mileage Rivalry
- Johan and Spencer recount their Strava mileage competition and seasonal mileage goals.
- Johan aims for 12,000 km this year and is closing a gap on Spencer.
Pogacar Tour Rumors Likely Overblown
- Rumors that Tadej Pogačar will skip the 2026 Tour stem from out-of-context remarks and podcast soundbites.
- Johan Bruyneel and Spencer Martin both doubt the claim and note teams/owners quickly denied any plan for Pogacar to skip the Tour.
Red Bull’s Bike Project Is Separate From Team
- Red Bull Performance Center builds bikes separate from Red Bull–BORA–Hansgrohe's Specialized contract.
- Johan notes corporate sponsors often support multiple brands and athletes independently.