Primoz Roglic Clinches Historic Fourth Vuelta a Espana Title

Primoz Roglic claimed his fourth Vuelta a Espana title, equalling the record set by Roberto Heras. Roglic regained the red jersey after a dramatic solo attack on stage 19 and maintained his lead to win the final stage in Madrid. The victory was especially sweet after his Tour de France setback.

Slovenian cyclist Primoz Roglic secured an unprecedented fourth Vuelta a Espana title on Sunday by maintaining his overall lead in the final stage, a 24.6 km individual time trial in Madrid, won by Stefan Kung.

Roglic, riding for Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe, overturned Australian Ben O'Connor's earlier lead with a powerful solo attack during stage 19. The Slovenian rider's performance saw him join Spaniard Roberto Heras as the only four-time winners of the Vuelta.

The victory was a particular triumph for Roglic, who had to withdraw from the Tour de France after crashing twice. Dominating three consecutive Vueltas from 2019, Roglic's latest win came despite a strong challenge from O'Connor, who had taken the red jersey early in the race. The Tokyo Olympic gold medallist ended the race with a time just 31 seconds slower than stage winner Kung.

(With inputs from agencies.)