Vuelta a España 2026 Stage 1 Race Recap: Pogačar, Tarling & Hayter Go to War on Monaco Time Trial

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Tadej Pogačar has started his Vuelta a España 2026 campaign in spectacular fashion, winning the opening time trial in Monaco by just 0.09 seconds!In this race analysis, we break down Pogačar’s incredible Stage 1 performance, the brutal Monaco course, his battle against the clock and the riders who came closest to taking the first red jersey of the Vuelta.We also have an exclusive interview clip with Tadej Pogačar immediately after his victory, as he reflects on the time trial, the incredibly close finish and winning in Monaco.Was this just a perfect start for Pogačar — or an early warning to the rest of the GC contenders?

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