Roger de Vlaeminck

Roger de Vlaeminck is a retired Belgian professional cyclist, considered one of the greatest classics riders of all time. He is particularly renowned for his success in the five 'Monuments' of cycling, the most prestigious one-day races. De Vlaeminck's name is currently newsworthy because Tadej Pogacar recently won the Milan-Sanremo, bringing his total Monument victories to 11, equaling de Vlaeminck's career record. This achievement places Pogacar alongside de Vlaeminck in the history books and highlights de Vlaeminck's enduring legacy in the sport. The articles discuss Pogacar's pursuit of all five Monuments, with only Paris-Roubaix remaining, further emphasizing the significance of de Vlaeminck's past accomplishments in these challenging races.