{"id":982,"date":"2026-03-20T00:04:31","date_gmt":"2026-03-20T06:04:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isaac-del-toro.mx\/del-toro-set-for-milano-sanremo-challenge-alongside-pogacar\/"},"modified":"2026-03-20T00:04:31","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T06:04:31","slug":"del-toro-set-for-milano-sanremo-challenge-alongside-pogacar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isaac-del-toro.mx\/en\/del-toro-set-for-milano-sanremo-challenge-alongside-pogacar\/","title":{"rendered":"Del Toro Set for Milano-Sanremo Challenge Alongside Pogacar"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Mexican cycling sensation Isaac del Toro is ready to tackle &#8216;La Classicissima&#8217; as he lines up for Milano-Sanremo on March 21, joining forces with UAE Team Emirates teammate Tadej Pogacar for the longest one-day race of the WorldTour calendar.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Del Toro&#8217;s Rising Trajectory<\/h2>\n<p>The UAE Team Emirates rider enters the monument classic with growing confidence, having shown remarkable progression in his previous appearances. After finishing 73rd in his 2024 debut, del Toro made a significant leap to 13th place in 2025, demonstrating his increasing comfort with the demanding nature of the race. His recent victory at Tirreno-Adriatico and strong showing at the UAE Tour indicate he&#8217;s approaching the race in prime form.<\/p>\n\n<h2>The Challenge Ahead<\/h2>\n<p>Stretching over 301.6 kilometers, Milano-Sanremo presents a unique test of endurance and tactical acumen. The race&#8217;s decisive moments traditionally unfold on the iconic climbs of the Cipressa and Poggio in the final hours, where del Toro will need to position himself perfectly alongside team leader Pogacar.<\/p>\n\n<h2>Race Day Details<\/h2>\n<p>The 2026 edition kicks off in the early hours for Mexican fans, with the start scheduled for 2:50 AM Central Mexico Time. 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