Pogačar Secures Fourth Tour de France Title in Paris Finale

The 2025 Tour de France concluded with a dramatic final stage in Paris, where Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar effectively secured his fourth overall title after organizers neutralized times with 50 kilometers remaining due to rain and crash risks. The traditional procession to the Champs-Elysees was altered by the inclusion of three ascents of the narrow, cobbled Montmartre neighborhood, a route element borrowed from the 2024 Paris Olympics, which added a challenging twist to the finale. Pogačar, who had already shaken off rivals including Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard during mountain stages, expressed interest in targeting the stage win despite his overall lead. Emerging talents also made their mark, with Germany's Florian Lipowitz and Scotland's Oscar Onley finishing third and fourth respectively, while Ireland's Ben Healy earned recognition for combativity following a near victory on Mont Ventoux. The return to Paris marked a shift from last year’s finish in Nice due to the Olympics, with the Montmartre climbs designed to reduce the sprint finish field and heighten competition. Fans gathered in large numbers to witness what many described as a vintage edition of cycling's most prestigious race.