Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar has emerged as the winner of the Giro d'Italia, securing a victory with a remarkable margin of 9 minutes and 56 seconds, the largest in nearly six decades. Pogačar's dominant performance in the race included winning six stages, a feat not achieved since Eddy Merckx in 1973. With this victory, Pogačar has etched his name in cycling history.
Following his triumph in the Giro d'Italia, Pogačar will now shift his focus to the Tour de France, where he will strive to secure his third title. If successful, Pogačar will become the first rider since Marco Pantani in 1998 to win both the Giro and the Tour in the same year. This ambitious pursuit highlights Pogačar's exceptional talent and determination to establish himself as one of the greatest cyclists of his generation.
The final stage of the Giro d'Italia was won by Tim Merlier, while Geraint Thomas finished third overall. The Giro d'Italia, one of the most prestigious cycling races, concluded in Rome on May 26th.
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