Pogačar Reclaims Yellow Jersey, Edges Vingegaard in Tour de France Stage 7

The 2025 Tour de France has featured a fierce rivalry between Tadej Pogačar and Jonas Vingegaard, with both riders pushing each other to new heights as they vie for the yellow jersey. Pogačar recently claimed victory on the demanding Mûr-de-Bretagne climb, overtaking Vingegaard to retake the overall lead and tying a historic record for Tour stage wins. Earlier in the race, Vingegaard lost significant time in the stage five time trial, finishing 13th and falling to fourth place overall, which surprised both him and his race director. Despite this setback, Vingegaard remains optimistic about reclaiming the lead in the upcoming mountain stages. The rivalry is marked not only by their competition but also by how closely they emulate and adapt to each other's racing styles, with Pogačar's measured approach contrasting Vingegaard's aggressive tactics. This dynamic has made the Tour particularly unpredictable and exciting, showcasing two of the world's best cyclists pushing each other throughout the race.