Original painting is 45×40cm oil on aluminium panel. Available direct from the studio, please get in touch if interested.
Prints are on Hahnemühle photo rag 310gsm Fine Art paper
Tadej Pogačar and Strade Bianche: A Love Affair with Dust and Glory
Few riders in the modern peloton have tamed the white roads of Tuscany like Tadej Pogačar. In a race known for its chaos, steep gravel climbs, and tactical unpredictability, Pogačar has carved out a reputation as a master of Strade Bianche, turning one of cycling’s most brutal one-day battles into a personal showcase of strength, elegance, and audacity.
His first win in 2022 was nothing short of legendary. With nearly 50 kilometers to go, Pogačar launched a solo attack on the Monte Sante Marie sector — not just a bold move, but a statement of intent. Against the odds and the wind, he held off the chasing pack over dusty roads and punishing gradients, arriving solo in Siena’s Piazza del Campo, barely looking like he’d broken a sweat. The cycling world was stunned. He hadn’t just won — he had dominated.
Then, in 2024, he did it again — this time in even tougher conditions, with crosswinds, loose gravel, and a stacked field of challengers. Once more, Pogačar surged when others hesitated, picking his moment with surgical precision. His ability to ride the unpredictable surfaces like a seasoned classics specialist — despite being a Grand Tour thoroughbred — defied traditional labels.
In an age where specialization often reigns, Pogačar’s performances at Strade Bianche remind us of the rare rider who can transcend categories. He’s not just a climber, not just a time trialist, not just a Grand Tour star — he’s a racer in the purest sense, with the instincts of a tactician and the legs of a champion.
The original painting on aluminium panel is available direct from the studio, please contact me for more info. Prints are on Hahnemule photorag artists paper
Original painting is 45×40cm oil on aluminium panel. Available direct from the studio, please get in touch if interested.
Prints are on Hahnemühle photo rag 310gsm Fine Art paper
Tadej Pogačar and Strade Bianche: A Love Affair with Dust and Glory
Few riders in the modern peloton have tamed the white roads of Tuscany like Tadej Pogačar. In a race known for its chaos, steep gravel climbs, and tactical unpredictability, Pogačar has carved out a reputation as a master of Strade Bianche, turning one of cycling’s most brutal one-day battles into a personal showcase of strength, elegance, and audacity.
His first win in 2022 was nothing short of legendary. With nearly 50 kilometers to go, Pogačar launched a solo attack on the Monte Sante Marie sector — not just a bold move, but a statement of intent. Against the odds and the wind, he held off the chasing pack over dusty roads and punishing gradients, arriving solo in Siena’s Piazza del Campo, barely looking like he’d broken a sweat. The cycling world was stunned. He hadn’t just won — he had dominated.
Then, in 2024, he did it again — this time in even tougher conditions, with crosswinds, loose gravel, and a stacked field of challengers. Once more, Pogačar surged when others hesitated, picking his moment with surgical precision. His ability to ride the unpredictable surfaces like a seasoned classics specialist — despite being a Grand Tour thoroughbred — defied traditional labels.
In an age where specialization often reigns, Pogačar’s performances at Strade Bianche remind us of the rare rider who can transcend categories. He’s not just a climber, not just a time trialist, not just a Grand Tour star — he’s a racer in the purest sense, with the instincts of a tactician and the legs of a champion.
The original painting on aluminium panel is available direct from the studio, please contact me for more info. Prints are on Hahnemule photorag artists paper
