THEMOVE 2025 Il Lombardia Breakdown | THEMOVE
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Oct 11, 2025 The discussion dives into Tadej Pogačar's jaw-dropping victory at Il Lombardia, dissecting his unprecedented long-range breakaways and his competitors' futile attempts to counter him. The hosts explore Quinn Simmons' daring attack and assess Remco Evenepoel's strategies against Pogačar's dominance. They also consider the historical significance of Pogačar's achievements, the mechanics of UAE Team's flawless race execution, and the potential rise of new cycling stars. Topped off with insights on the sport's future, this conversation delivers an engaging analysis of cycling's new era.
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Simmons' Six-Hour Breakaway
- Quinn Simmons attacked from kilometer zero and stayed away nearly six hours to finish fourth.
- His breakaway averaged 380W early and later held 450W on the long climb, an incredible endurance display.
Controlled Power Wins Races
- Pogacar times his efforts to never go to absolute limit and then manages a steady gap he can hold.
- That control, not frequent blowups, explains his repeated long solo wins.
Palmarès Nearing Immortality
- Pogacar's palmarès at 27 already rivals historical greats, with ten monuments and multiple classics.
- He now lacks only a few marquee wins: Vuelta, Milan–Sanremo, Paris–Roubaix and an Olympic road gold.