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History was made and records were broken, but this year's Tour de France wasn't all awesome. Here are the disappointments and duds of a three-star three weeks.

Just how expensive is the time trial bike of the fastest rider in the Tour de France? The short answer: very.

'This is one of the best versions of me': Pogačar makes new mark on high-altitude Isola 2000 climb, and he's not the only one shattering records at this Tour de France.

Practice makes perfect: Pogačar climbed Isola 2000 more than 15 times in training. UAE Team Emirates riders and staff reveal what went into race leader's 'perfect' performance on stage 19.

Jorgenson was given the go ahead to contest the stage win after team leader Vingegaard didn’t have the legs to attack Pogačar.

'If you have under $50 million you have no chance to win the Tour de France:' Rising salaries, space-age back-room support, and urgent talent-hunt all driving up budgets to unprecedented levels.

From crank lengths and interval selection to breakfast choices and frame bolts, Pogačar and UAE Emirates left no stone unturned in their pursuit of grand tour perfection.

The past Vuelta a España champion's career has slowed in recent years but a team move could reinvent and reinvigorate Simon Yates.

If he had his full-strength Team Visma around him, Jonas Vingegaard would be fighting a much closer (perhaps winning) battle with Tadej Pogačar.

'I would be disappointed with 4th:' Remco Evenepoel pivots to fight for Tour de France podium after proving his worth in Pyrénées.

Race leader explains Plateau de Beille record and why he is climbing so fast; expects Visma fireworks in the Alps in bid to crack him.

'I’m having fun and enjoying this moment until it lasts:' Slovenian slayer in ‘killer mode’ finishes off superb UAE setup to smash to victory.

'We are in position to control the race:' Is the best defense a strong offense? Pogačar insists he's not obliged to attack.

Reported COVID positive for precocious helper Ayuso deals race leader Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates blow in fight for race victory; crash victim Powless fights on with wrist fracture.

'Jonas was 5cm faster than me today': Pogačar is seeing a renewed challenge from an old rival as Tour de France sees momentum shift.

Two stage wins have harvested more than 43,000 euros for an underdog team, while Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale Team languishes at the bottom with only 2,390 euros.

Pogačar tamps down any hint of drama between his two ambitious UAE teammates Ayuso and Almeida: 'We all know why we are here.'

Satisfied yellow jersey wearer rates his performance higher than Giro TT win and is happy to take time on rivals Vingegaard and Roglič.

Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team hammers several big GC rivals on Tour de France's first big mountain stage.

UAE is leaving nothing to chance as Pogačar takes control of the Tour de France: 'It was important to see the level of each team.'

'Today we wanted to test the rivals': Sunday's first punch wasn't the knockout blow that some were expecting, but Pogačar is one step closer to the Giro-Tour double.

'We expect UAE to drop the hammer every day': UAE, Red Bull turn screws in Tour opener to apply pressure on Jonas Vingegaard.

Cycling analyst says Danish rider’s injuries were far more severe than those of Pogačar in 2023.

COVID doubts aside, Pogačar needs to strike in the Tour’s super-hard Italian start while his legs are hot and before Vingegaard finds form.

'There was a bit of a question mark': The opening two stages across the heart of the Apennines will quickly reveal if Pogačar will be paying a price. 

Former pro says victory in the Tour could lead to a Vuelta challenge too: ‘It’s never been done. And he’s the guy who could do it.’

Spain once dominated the hunt for the yellow jersey, but it's been nearly a decade since a Spanish rider hit the Tour de France podium. Velo speaks to the two rising stars.

Yates, Almeida, Ayuso confirmed superdomestiques; Slovenian sensation leaves altitude camp early due to death in family.

Team director keeps superdomestiques on a leash after Yates, Almeida dominate in Suisse: ‘We have a team of rock stars, but they believe in Tadej as the leader'

Adam Yates says he asked teammate Almeida for stage victory on Saturday.

Ex-pro Alessandra Giuseppina Grassi is Mexico's first UCI-certified sports director and helped open the door to Europe for WorldTour phenom Isaac del Toro: 'We are showing that Mexicans can have big ambitions and achieve them in cycling.'

'Yates is my righthand man, Ayuso and Almeida are super climbing domestiques': Pogačar sees world-class support for Giro-Tour double bid.

Mind games begin as UAE top staffer deflects pressure from Giro d'Italia winner Pogačar and his assault on the grand tour double.

Italian brand Colnago issued Pogačar a very special V4RS for stage 20 of the Giro d'Italia on Saturday. Here's a look at the custom decals, etched-out saddle, and more.

UAE sport director says Pogačar tracking well for Giro-Tour double: 'We started the Giro with a plan, and we are following that plan perfectly.'

First things first in Giro-Tour attempt for Pogačar: 'In one week we can start focusing 110 percent on the Tour.'

Pogačar takes back seat on stage 10 summit after grumbles of greed from rival teams, praises Tiberi's willingness to attack: 'Only rider that showed some balls'.

After winning one-third of stages so far, Slovenian finishes off superb opening Giro d'Italia salvo by leading out sprint in Napoli: 'He's just insane.'

'He’s a very good ambassador for our sport': Australian DS believes Giro-Tour sweep would create new buzz for professional racing.

'The organizers gave us the skinsuit ... then we got a call from the UCI saying it's not allowed': Polemica erupts as UCI rules against Giro-supplied apparel.

In spicy comments ahead of the Giro start, the UAE star shoots down suggestions he will win easily: 'It's bullsh*t.'

Bjerg, Majka, and sprinter Molano among Pogačar's teammates for pink jersey quest: Will they be strong enough to support the Slovenian's swashbuckling ambition?

Overall victory and three wins in three days by 2000s babies Del Toro, Morgado, Fisher-Black puts WorldTour on watch for seasons to come.

Geraint Thomas and Magnus Sheffield in his grand tour debut are part of a deep squad intent on playing disruptors: 'We know where we need to put the pressure on.'

SD Worx-Protime secures future through 2028 as 'mega contracts' continue to capture WorldTour's top talent: 'We are committed to our project.'

UAE Emirates lifts the lid on how it plans to solve the puzzle of the Giro d'Italia-Tour de France double: 'If any rider is capable of it, it's Tadej, with this program.'

The Slovenian superstar's been camped out at altitude before his high-profile clash with Mathieu van der Poel and a Giro d'Italia debut in May.

With less than a month to go, here are 5 things that could trip up the Team UAE Emirates superstar's chase for the pink jersey.

The team bikes get a few crucial tweaks for the spring classics.

Tadej Pogačar's playful spirit takes center stage as he dominates the Vallter 2000 summit and takes commanding lead in the Volta a Catalunya: 'It was just a little bit of fun.'

Van der Poel's new 5-year contract is the latest in a trend of locking up top stars and diamonds in the rough for the long haul: 'We want to grow them up in our system.'

We dive into the power numbers of Tadej Pogačar, Mathieu Van der Poel, and Maxim Van Gils at Milan-San Remo.

Pogačar faces Van der Poel and pavé-shaped problems in his quest to be first since De Vlaeminck to claim victories across all five monuments.

Is Philipsen set to leave the Alpecin-Deceuninck team that took him to the top? UAE Emirates and Bora-Hansgrohe sniff at super-speedster's signature.

New Year’s Eve talisman brings good fortune to American rider, who is having a breakthrough season.

After stunning Strade Bianche success, next stop Milan-San Remo in year with the biggest, boldest targets.

Demoralized contenders react to Pogačar's display of savagery and recount an afternoon of racing with resignation and exhaustion.

Pogačar's wildest season yet will drive a narrative through 2024 that will oppose any Visma victory parade.

All-slaying Slovenian debuts season at race he won in 2022 in road toward Giro d'Italia-Tour de France double.

Jay Vine takes over from teammate Brandon McNulty as race leader on first summit finish.

American rider once again defending a leader’s jersey, weeks after winning the Volta Valenciana.

American rider backing teammate Adam Yates in race, but flat time trial could hand him an early buffer over designated leader.

What's cycling like in Abu Dhabi? It's more diverse, energetic, and fast-paced than you'd ever think.

American rookie concludes first professional stage race brimming with confidence ahead of debut in Belgium at Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne: 'It's been a great week.'

Tadej Pogačar's double Giro-Tour dare opens up road to Vuelta a España for favored wingman: 'I'm the last man in the mountains.'

The first Mexican to win the Tour de l'Avenir bolts to a stunning victory to open his professional career.

New Zealand climber looking for new opportunities in two-year deal to join Israel Premier Tech: 'I was always riding to help Roglič or Pogačar.'

Analysis: How the trend of squads stacking their 2024 Tour rosters with top GC talent could alter the balance of power in July.

Mexico's first winner of the Tour de l'Avenir debuts this week at the Santos Tour Down Under and expectations are sky high: 'I want to keep my feet on the ground.'

Step aside VO2 Max and Power-to-Weight: 'Durability' is now seen as the defining marker of monument champions and grand tour greats.

Face off: Roglič and Geoghegan Hart headline newly ambitious squads in 2024 – but can they displace Visma and UAE?

UAE patiently grooming the 25-year-old to be one of the team's future GC anchors: 'Brandon has no limits.'

A.I. has been creeping into pro cycling for years. Tadej Pogačar's team is taking it a step further: 'A.I. analysis could reveal anything.'

Gear tests and team bonding: Sunny Spain is everyone's choice for the WorldTour's off-season training camps.

UAE star is targeting the Giro d'Italia and Tour de France, but it doesn't stop there: 'Tadej will focus on winning his first race of the season, and the last.'

Explainer: A lot of factors lined up for Pogačar to confront the elusive challenge of the Giro-Tour double for 2024. 'He's Tadej. There is no other rider like him.'

UAE will load up all of its firepower behind Tadej Pogačar after he races the Giro d'Italia for the first time in ambitious calendar with Olympics, worlds also on his docket.

Giro d'Italia organizers post a video on social media revealing that Pogačar will race the 2024 edition.

CLM could provide the truest indicator of training stress yet, but some experts are tamping down the hype on these hotly anticipated devices.

Italian brand Pissei collaborates with UAE Emirates for another year with 'pure white, pure speed' design.