The 2025 edition of Liège-Bastogne-Liège ended with yet another display of cycling brilliance. On Sunday, Tadej Pogacar cemented his legacy by claiming his third win in the world’s oldest one-day classic, finishing well ahead of his pursuers and highlighting his dominance this spring.

Pogacar’s Historic Triumph at Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2025

Tadej Pogacar entered Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2025 as the hot favorite. The Slovenian, already sporting the rainbow stripes as world champion, lived up to the hype. He made his decisive move on the iconic Côte de la Redoute, pulling away from the competition more than thirty kilometers from the finish.

According to L'Équipe’s detailed race report, Pogacar’s strategy was clear. His UAE Team Emirates controlled the early break, kept the pace high, and allowed him to attack when his rivals had little left. Giulio Ciccone of Lidl-Trek and Ben Healy of EF Education managed to finish second and third, but Pogacar crossed the line alone, securing a gap of over one minute to his closest chasers.

The Key Moments and Tactics

Unlike previous years when suspense lingered into the final kilometers, 2025’s event became a showcase for Pogacar’s tactical sense and raw power. He waited patiently, then tested the field with a surge on La Redoute. Once clear, he expanded his lead steadily, making it impossible for the chasing group to close the gap.

As covered by Le Monde, Remco Evenepoel was seen as a possible challenger but did not keep pace after Pogacar attacked. The Belgian, hampered by his recent crash recovery, fell behind and finished outside the top 50. Despite a brave effort, other big names like Tom Pidcock and Julian Alaphilippe were simply unable to match Pogacar.

Evenepoel’s Courageous Return

Remco Evenepoel’s road to Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2025 was nothing short of dramatic. After a string of injuries during the winter, Evenepoel made a spirited comeback to professional racing. As highlighted by France 24, he raced fearlessly and even scored a podium at the Amstel Gold Race. However, the intense pace at Liège proved too much this time. Evenepoel’s persistence and positive mindset continue to win him fans despite the setback.

Women’s Race: Kim Le Court Makes History

The women’s Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2025 delivered its own stunning twist. Kim Le Court from Mauritius powered to victory in a dramatic final sprint, beating Dutch favorites Puck Pieterse and Demi Vollering. Le Court’s triumph marks a new milestone in the classic’s history and signals the growing competitiveness of the women’s peloton.

Why Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2025 Matters

The 2025 race stands as a testament to the modern era’s intensity. Pogacar’s hat-trick and the emergence of new talents in both men’s and women’s races captivated fans worldwide. Storylines of resilience, daring tactics, and unyielding spirit have kept Liège-Bastogne-Liège at the heart of cycling’s spring calendar.

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Looking Forward

Liège-Bastogne-Liège 2025 will be remembered for the devastating attack by Pogacar and the brave performances all around. Cycling fans can’t wait for next year’s rematch and to see if anyone can finally challenge the modern king of the Ardennes. Whether you follow the sport closely or are just discovering one-day classics, this year’s Liège showed why it is known as “La Doyenne” – the oldest, and one of the boldest, in all of cycling.