Tadej Pogacar has returned to racing by wining the Beking 4th
edition, an exhibition criterium in Monaco, on Sunday afternoon. The triple
crown winner raced to victory of the 20 lap race, ahead of Mads Pedersen and
Michael Matthews who joined the Sloevnian on the podium.
Pogacar, of UAE Team Emirates, had a truly sensational 2024,
winning the Giro d’Italia, Tour de France, the world championships, as well as
two monuments to top thigs off. This was the first time fans had got to see him in action, since his stunning solo win at Il Lombardia last month. Speaking after the race, Pogacar was very happy
to have picked up yet another win.
“Beking is really a fantastic event and I’m always happy to
take part every year,” he told reporters. “Even though the weather wasn’t ideal, the race
was still fun. I’m especially happy to have won here because we don’t race in
Monaco very often.
“It’s always a special experience. I’m grateful to Matteo
and the whole team for continuing to organise this event for such an important
cause. It’s inspiring to see so many people out in the rain showing their
support and helping to spread the message. The event has grown year on year and
it’s exciting to see so many children taking part.
“ This is crucial for the future of the sport, for
sustainability and for the values that Beking stands for. I’ve also seen an
increase in the number of people using bikes in general, which is definitely a
positive sign that we’re moving in the right direction.”
The Beking event is organised by former European champion
Matteo Trentin, who wishes to prevent cycling at all levels and to maximise
more participation in the sport. This years edition was particularly special, due
to the presence of 2024’s pink jersey, yellow jersey, and rainbow jersey
winner.
Fin MajorCycling Journalist
Fin Major is a UK-based writer at CyclingUpToDate and has been part of the team since 2024. He is the site’s main writer for FAQs and evergreen explainers and has written around 2,000 pieces for the platform. Alongside this work, he focuses on in-depth analysis and covers the biggest races on the calendar, including the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, and La Vuelta a España, providing clear context around performance trends, tactics, and key storylines.
In his reporting, Fin uses reputable data sources such as ProCyclingStats for results, statistics, and historical context. He places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. Outside of writing, Fin is an active cyclist, which supports his practical understanding of the sport and its demands.
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