Tadej Pogačar reclaimed the yellow jersey by winning stage four of the Tour de France, with UAE Team Emirates executing a strategic plan to secure his lead. Pogačar's attack on the Col du Galibier, supported by his teammates, allowed him to gain a significant advantage over his rivals, including Jonas Vingegaard and Remco Evenepoel. The stage marked a shift in dynamics from previous years, showcasing Pogačar's dominance and Vingegaard's efforts to keep pace. Despite early expectations for aggressive racing, Pogačar chose a more conservative approach, waiting for future opportunities to extend his lead in the challenging race.