But for the Europeans the choices won’t be made too early, and for the big leaders this will only be fully decided in the months leading up to the race. “However, the final decisions will be made after the end of the 2026 Tour de France, both for the European Championships and the World Championships”.
Tadej Pogacar to race time trial Europeans
And when it comes to the time trial event, the team can have good chances of succeeding with both Primoz Roglic and Tadej Pogacar who would be backed by the home crowd. The latter may race it, despite the proximity to Il Lombardia – three days, a race that means a lot to Pogacar and his legacy.
“Jan Tratnik and Tadej Pogacar have expressed their desire to also participate in the time trial,” Urn confirmed. “Even though it will take place only three days before Il Lombardia”.
As for Primoz Roglic the decisions will be made later in the year, with the Red Bull – BORA – hansgrohe rider aiming for the Vuelta a España later in the year which will mean a later fitness peak.
“For him, everything will depend on the outcome of the 2026 Vuelta a Espana. Once that’s over, we’ll see what his ambitions are, both for the European Championships and the World Championships.”
Pogacar at the 2025 World Championships time trial race