Tadej Pogacar and Lotte Kopecky Win Top Honors at 2024 Vélo d’Or Awards
Pogacar and Kopecky were named the year's best cyclists, with Pogacar dominating major races and Kopecky excelling in world championships and classics.
- Tadej Pogacar claimed the men's Vélo d’Or after a historic season, including victories in the Tour de France, Tour of Italy, and World Championships.
- Lotte Kopecky won the women's Vélo d’Or, recognized for her triumphs at the World Championships and Paris-Roubaix.
- Pogacar and Kopecky also received the Eddy Merckx Award for best classic riders, highlighting their dominance in one-day races.
- Romain Bardet was awarded the Bernard Hinault Trophy for best French rider, following his Tour de France stage win and time in the yellow jersey.
- Other notable winners included Pauline Ferrand-Prévot for her Olympic gold in mountain biking and Luis Angel Maté for his contributions to societal causes.
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