British cyclist Tom Pidcock rounded out the podium in third, finishing just 12 seconds behind Pogacar.

After the race, Pogacar credited his success to strong teamwork, emphasizing the importance of his teammates in securing the win.

Looking ahead, the cycling calendar features more races in the Ardennes, with the prestigious Liège-Bastogne-Liège set for April 27, 2025.

Challenging weather conditions, including driving rain, added to the race's difficulty, particularly on the steep final climb.

The race, which started in Ciney near Namur, featured eleven climbs, culminating in the challenging ascent of the Mur de Huy.

Tadej Pogacar clinched his second Flèche Wallonne title, finishing 10 seconds ahead of French cyclist Kévin Vauquelin, who secured second place for the second consecutive year.

In the women's race, Puck Pieterse emerged victorious, finishing ahead of Demi Vollering and Elisa Longo Borghini.

Pogacar's teammate Jan Christen provided crucial support during the final climb, allowing Pogacar to launch a decisive attack at the Criquielion turn.

Remco Evenepoel, a double Olympic champion, struggled to keep pace with Pogacar's powerful surge halfway up the final climb.

Pogacar completed the 205.1 km race in a time of 4 hours, 50 minutes, and 15 seconds, showcasing his dominance with a solo victory.

Initially, a group of Norwegian riders led the race but were caught by the peloton seven kilometers from the finish as they approached the decisive climb.

Vauquelin's strong performance positions him as a top competitor in the Ardennes classics, alongside other notable French riders.