As of July 5, 2025, the Tour de France is underway, and while it’s too early to predict the winner, the current frontrunner is Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar.
🥇 Top Contenders
- Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates): The reigning champion, Pogačar has won the Tour three times (2020, 2021, and 2024) and is aiming for a fourth title. His exceptional climbing ability and time trial skills make him a formidable favorite.
- Jonas Vingegaard (Jumbo-Visma): A two-time Tour winner (2022, 2023), Vingegaard is considered Pogačar’s main rival. However, concerns about his recent form and recovery from a significant crash have raised questions about his current competitiveness.
- Remco Evenepoel (Soudal-QuickStep): The Belgian climber and time trial specialist is a potential podium contender. While he has the talent, his performance in the mountains will be crucial to his success.
- Primož Roglič (Jumbo-Visma): A four-time Vuelta a España winner and 2020 Tour runner-up, Roglič remains a strong contender, though his chances for the overall victory may be limited.
🇦🇺 Australian Interest
- Ben O’Connor (AG2R Citroën): The Australian rider is aiming for a top-10 finish and could be a strong contender for stage victories, particularly in the mountains.
🗺️ Race Overview
The 2025 Tour de France features 21 stages covering a total distance of 3,337.8 km. The route includes challenging mountain stages, time trials, and opportunities for sprinters, ensuring a dynamic and unpredictable race.
📺 Watching the Tour
While it’s too early to declare a winner, Tadej Pogačar’s consistent performance and dominance in recent years make him the favorite to take home the yellow jersey
