Pogacar Claims 100th Victory, Leads Tour de France Stage 4

Tadej Pogacar celebrated a major milestone by securing his 100th career victory on stage four of the Tour de France, winning in a thrilling sprint finish against Mathieu van der Poel and Jonas Vingegaard. This victory, achieved on a challenging 174.2 km route into Rouen with multiple climbs, also moved Pogacar level on time with Van der Poel atop the general classification, though Van der Poel retained the yellow jersey on count-back. Pogacar's win marks his 18th Tour de France stage victory and cements his status as one of cycling's all-time greats, with three Tour titles and multiple monument wins. The stage featured intense attacks and strategic teamwork, showcasing Pogacar's strength and racing intelligence, particularly on the final steep climb where he distanced most rivals before out-sprinting Van der Poel. Despite the win, Pogacar remains focused on the ongoing race, looking ahead to upcoming challenges including the individual time trial in Caen. The competition between Pogacar, Van der Poel, and Vingegaard continues to define this year's Tour, highlighting a fiercely contested battle for the overall lead.