Mexican rising star Isaac del Toro lined up for UAE Team Emirates at the 2026 Milano-Sanremo, contributing to teammate Tadej Pogacar’s masterful victory in the season’s first Monument. The 298-kilometer classic, featuring 2,608 meters of elevation gain, saw the Slovenian champion add another prestigious victory to his palmares.
Race Overview
The 117th edition of La Classicissima took place on March 21, covering the traditional route from Milan to the Ligurian coast. With its challenging profile and substantial distance, the race once again lived up to its reputation as one of cycling’s most prestigious one-day events.
Team Dynamics
Del Toro, representing UAE Team Emirates, played his part in the team’s strategy, working to position Pogacar throughout the demanding race. The Mexican rider’s presence in the squad highlighted UAE Team Emirates’ commitment to developing young talent while maintaining their winning edge in the sport’s biggest races.
Final Outcome
Pogacar’s victory marked a significant moment in the race’s history, with the Slovenian champion demonstrating his exceptional abilities across all terrain. The win added another prestigious title to UAE Team Emirates’ growing collection of major victories, with del Toro gaining valuable experience in his supporting role.
Top 10 Final Result
| Pos. | Rider | Team | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | POGAČAR Tadej | UAE Team Emirates – XRG | 6:35:49 |
| 2 | PIDCOCK Thomas | Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team | ,, |
| 3 | VAN AERT Wout | Team Visma | Lease a Bike |
| 4 | PEDERSEN Mads | Lidl – Trek | ,, |
| 5 | STRONG Corbin | NSN Cycling Team | ,, |
| 6 | VENDRAME Andrea | Team Jayco AlUla | ,, |
| 7 | STUYVEN Jasper | Soudal Quick-Step | ,, |
| 8 | VAN DER POEL Mathieu | Alpecin-Premier Tech | ,, |
| 9 | TRENTIN Matteo | Tudor Pro Cycling Team | ,, |
| 10 | ZAMBANINI Edoardo | Bahrain – Victorious | ,, |

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