Pogačar and finacée Zigart went for a spin on the 2026 European Cycling Championships route

Pogacar and Zigart will undoubtedly play a role at the European Championships, though that will likely be off the bike. The cycling duo was not selected by the Slovenian Cycling Federation—Pogačar following a hard crash in the Vuelta a España and Zigart after breaking her jaw yet again in a French stage race. It’s clear, however, that they’re doing well.

Mikkel Honoré (EF Education-EasyPost) and Zigart shared photos on Wednesday of their training ride with Pogacar around Ljubljana. Pogacar was once again wearing his European champion’s jersey, which he can finally wear now that he lost his world title last Sunday to UAE Emirates-XRG teammate Brandon McNulty.

The photos of Pogačar and Zigart were released on the same day as the announcement of the Slovenian roster for the European Championships. That press release definitively ruled out the duo’s participation, although Pogačar, in particular, still did his best to be part of the European Championships—and possibly the Tour of Lombardy as well.

However, the UAE believes that racing in 2026 is too soon and is aiming for a strong winter training season followed by a successful 2027. Pogačar and Zigart will therefore be watching from the sidelines, gritting their teeth, as a European jersey is awarded to someone else right on their training routes. The course in Slovenia was even partially designed with Pogi’s help.