{"id":657,"date":"2026-03-07T09:54:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-07T15:54:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isaac-del-toro.mx\/del-toro-claims-third-place-2026-strade-bianche-pogacar\/"},"modified":"2026-03-07T09:54:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-07T15:54:29","slug":"del-toro-claims-third-place-2026-strade-bianche-pogacar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isaac-del-toro.mx\/en\/del-toro-claims-third-place-2026-strade-bianche-pogacar\/","title":{"rendered":"Del Toro Claims Third Place in 2026 Strade Bianche Behind Poga\u010dar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>UAE Team Emirates rider Isaac del Toro secured a podium finish at the 2026 Strade Bianche, crossing the line in third place behind winner Tadej Poga\u010dar and second-placed Paul Seixas. The prestigious Italian classic, held on March 7, covered a challenging 201-kilometer route starting and finishing in Siena.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Race Dynamics and Decisive Moments<\/h2>\n<p>The race unfolded with del Toro showing strong form throughout the day, effectively responding to the major moves and maintaining contact with the leading group. A decisive attack from Poga\u010dar would ultimately shape the final outcome of the race, with the Slovenian champion riding to a solo victory.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Final Standings and Time Gaps<\/h2>\n<p>Poga\u010dar crossed the finish line first after 4 hours and 45 minutes of racing, establishing a commanding lead over his closest pursuers. Paul Seixas of Decathlon CMA CGM Team secured second place, finishing one minute behind the winner. 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