Remco Evenepoel secured victory in the 33km time trial at the 2025 Tour de France, significantly improving his standing from ninth to second overall. Starting the stage at a deficit, Evenepoel finished 42 seconds behind new leader Tadej Pogačar. Reflecting on his performance, Evenepoel noted that if not for time lost in stage 1, he could have contended for the yellow jersey. His impressive time trial effort showcased his pacing and aerodynamics, allowing him to beat notable rivals, while also expressing satisfaction with his achievement despite previous setbacks.
Remco Evenepoel stormed back into contention for a place on the final podium at the 2025 Tour de France, winning the 33km time trial around Caen.
He stopped the clock in 36:42, riding at an average speed of 54.950 kph, beating Tadej Pogačar by 16 seconds.
Evenepoel's time trial supremacy was displayed through carefully pacing his effort and holding a superb aero position.
With this victory, I've ticked off my first goal. I didn't expect to gain a minute on Tadej but I was able to beat the other GC riders.
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