Paul Seixas really impressed me, acknowledges Tadej Pogacar, winner of Liège-Bastogne

On April 26, 2026, at 16:35 and updated at 16:36, 19-year-old French prodigy Paul Seixas was the only one able to keep up with world champion Tadej Pogacar during a race before finally falling back in the final climb of the day.

Acknowledged by the king of the peloton, Seixas impressed again with his performance at Liège-Bastogne-Liège, finishing second overall. Pogacar won for the fourth time, praising Seixas for his skills in keeping up with him during a challenging climb. The Slovenian rider also mentioned the intense competition between them and the pressure he felt during the race.

Seixas, on the other hand, expressed his happiness despite missing out on the top spot and admitted to struggling in the final stages of the race. Even though he couldn’t keep up with Pogacar in one crucial climb, he managed to secure his second-place finish.

Overall, it was a thrilling and competitive race that showcased the talents of both Seixas and Pogacar on the challenging course.