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2025-10-11T08:53:16.821Z
The riders awaiting the unofficial start in Como.
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2025-10-11T08:51:52.435Z
It’s an emotional day in the peloton, as many are riding the final race of their careers. As well as Majka, Louis Meintjes is another set to retire, here given a guard of honour by his colleagues.
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2025-10-11T08:48:09.693Z
The first flag is waved and the riders have begun navigating the neutralised zone.
2025-10-11T08:45:57.088Z
It might bear the poetic moniker of Race of the Falling Leaves due to its autumnal setting, but the weather in Lombardy is pleasant today, with the sun shining and the temperature at a mild seventeen degrees.
2025-10-11T08:43:21.392Z
Pogačar prior to the start of the race today, honouring his teammate Rafał Majka, who is poised to retire. The Pole has been one of Pogačar’s most essential teammates over the years, and has a chance to contribute to one last major win today.
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2025-10-11T08:38:17.955Z
The riders are just a few moments away from the neutralised start.
2025-10-11T08:35:32.717Z
Here’s more information about the route for this year. Unlike the other monuments, Il Lombardia varies more year on year, and for the 2025 edition will switch directions again with a start in Como and finish in Bergamo.
2025-10-11T08:17:08.113Z
Who is going to win today? Check out our analysis of the main contenders to see who are our picks.
Who will win Il Lombardia 2025? – Analysing the contenders for the final autumn Classic
2025-10-11T08:01:19.193Z
The race gets underway in just under an hour (10.55 CEST).
2025-10-11T07:59:53.549Z
We’ll be here to keep you updated with the race all day long, as world champion Tadej Pogačar chases a historic fifth victory in a row.
2025-10-08T21:07:23.869Z
Hello and welcome to Cyclingnews’ live coverage of Il Lombardia 2025!