Tadej Pogačar clinched victory in the Tour of Flanders with a solo performance, showcasing his strength, particularly on the Oude Kwaremont. Although Mathieu van der Poel was able to keep up at times, a crash and positioning issues hindered his performance. Van der Poel finished third and expressed contentment with his podium finish despite challenges, emphasizing his team's effort. This race saw Pogačar's second victory at Flanders, enhancing his reputation alongside Van der Poel, who remains a consistent top performer in the event.
"I think we put up a good fight with the team, and I did everything I could. I'm happy with the podium."
"With the crash, of course, it was not ideal... I was already on the limit from quite far."
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