Tadej Pogacar urges radical overhaul of Tour de France amid stifling heatwave
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Cycling superstar Tadej Pogacar is advocating for a significant shift in the professional racing calendar to dodge extreme heat, following the grueling conditions of the ninth stage of the Tour de France. With temperatures soaring, Mathieu van der Poel triumphed in a shortened stage, while Pogacar passionately suggested avoiding July and August races in hot climates. This move could redefine how and when elite cyclists compete, potentially prioritizing athlete safety and performance in the face of climate change.
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