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Pogacar Withdraws from European Championships

Tadej Pogacar will not defend his European Championship title this Sunday in Ljubljana after UAE team boss Mauro Gianetti ordered him to rest until 2027 following his injuries.

The UAE team has maintained a firm stance against Pogacar's participation, despite social media pressure and approval from his Barcelona surgeon. The 7 million euros per year rider suffered a broken clavicle and vertebra five weeks ago during the Vuelta a España. slot-chickenroad.org

The decision reflects the team's priority on Pogacar's long-term health over short-term competitive appearances, even for the defending European champion.