Tadej Pogacar won stage 19 of the Tour de France.[1][2]
Pogacar finished atop the Alpe d’Huez in that win.[1][2]
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Friday’s 19th stage of the 2026 Tour de France ended with Slovenian four‑time champion Tadej Pogacar taking the win atop the Alpe d’Huez. In a solo effort against the peloton’s chase, Pogacar completed the notoriously steep climb in 35 minutes and 27 seconds, clinching the stage and simultaneously extending his overall advantage.[1][2]
Alpe d’Huez – A Decisive Climb
The Alpe d’Huez summit, a fixture of Tour history known for its 21 grueling climbs, witnessed Pogacar’s command. The 13‑kilometre ascent, dotted with exactly 21 hairpin turns, served as the decisive battleground, where his time‑trial speed outpaced all rivals.[1][2]
Consolidating the General Classification
The stage victory further cemented Pogacar’s position at the head of the general classification. The 12‑second interval added to his already strong lead, pushing him comfortably ahead of the closest challengers.[1][2]
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