Resolution criteria

This market will resolve to "Yes" if Tadej Pogačar wins at least one stage during the first week of the 2025 Tour de France, defined as Stages 1 through 9, occurring from July 5 to July 13, 2025. Official stage results will be verified through the Tour de France's official website: letour.fr.

Background

Tadej Pogačar, riding for UAE Team Emirates, is a prominent contender in the 2025 Tour de France. The first week of the race includes a mix of flat, hilly, and time trial stages:

• Stage 1 (July 5): Flat stage from Lille to Lille (184.9 km).

• Stage 2 (July 6): Hilly stage from Lauwin-Planque to Boulogne-sur-Mer (209.1 km).

• Stage 3 (July 7): Flat stage from Valenciennes to Dunkirk (178.3 km).

• Stage 4 (July 8): Hilly stage from Amiens to Rouen (174.2 km).

• Stage 5 (July 9): Individual time trial in Caen (33 km).

• Stage 6 (July 10): Hilly stage from Bayeux to Vire Normandie (201.5 km).

• Stage 7 (July 11): Hilly stage from Saint-Malo to Guerlédan (Mûr-de-Bretagne) (197 km).

Pogačar has demonstrated versatility across various terrains, including time trials and hilly stages, making him a strong candidate for stage victories during this period. (en.wikipedia.org)

Considerations

While Pogačar is a formidable competitor, the first week's stages may favor sprinters and specialists in flat terrains. His performance in these stages will depend on race dynamics, team strategies, and competition from other riders.