Tadej Pogačar, the Slovenian cycling prodigy renowned for his Tour de France victories and monumental achievements in 2024, has reportedly filed for divorce from his wife, Urška Žigart. This unexpected development has sent shockwaves through the cycling community, especially given their public appearances and joint ventures in the sport.([en.wikipedia.org][1])
Pogačar and Žigart, both elite cyclists, have been prominent figures in Slovenian sports. Their relationship was often highlighted, with Žigart even joining the AG Insurance–Soudal team in 2025 . The couple also co-founded “Pika Team,” a youth development squad aimed at nurturing female cycling talent .([cyclinguptodate.com][2], [idlprocycling.com][3])
### The Breakup: A Mutual Decision
In a heartfelt social media post, Pogačar announced the separation, emphasizing that it was a mutual and amicable decision. He expressed gratitude for their shared experiences and reiterated their commitment to supporting each other as friends .([247epsports.com][4])
### Speculations and Reactions
While the exact reasons for the split remain private, fans and media outlets have speculated about the pressures of professional cycling and the intense public scrutiny that may have contributed. Žigart, for instance, was notably omitted from the Slovenian Olympic team despite her achievements, a decision that Pogačar publicly criticized . This omission may have added strain to their relationship.([247epsports.com][4], [en.wikipedia.org][5], [idlprocycling.com][3])
### Moving Forward
Both Pogačar and Žigart are expected to continue their professional careers, with Pogačar focusing on upcoming races and Žigart pursuing her goals in women’s cycling. The cycling community remains supportive, hoping that both athletes find fulfillment and success in their respective paths.([247epsports.com][4])
This development serves as a poignant reminder of the personal challenges faced by public figures, even those who seem to have it all. As Pogačar and Žigart navigate this new chapter, their resilience and dedication to the sport continue to inspire fans worldwide.
[1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tadej_Poga%C4%8Dar?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Tadej Pogačar”
[2]: https://cyclinguptodate.com/cycling/patrick-lefevere-reveals-that-tadej-pogacars-fiance-urksa-zigart-will-join-ag-insurance-soudal-in-2025?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Patrick Lefevere reveals that Tadej Pogacar’s fiancée Urksa Zigart will join AG Insurance – Soudal in 2025”
[3]:
https://www.idlprocycling.com/cycling/pogacar-and-zigart-make-each-other-better-tadej-thinks-i-sacrifice-a-lot-more-for-us-but-thats-just-not-true?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Pogacar and Zigart make each other better: \”Tadej thinks I sacrifice a lot more for us, but that’s just not true\””
[4]: https://247epsports.com/2024/09/23/surprising-update-tadej-pogacar-divorce-his-wife-after-see-more/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Surprising Update: Tadej Pogacar Divorce His Wife After…..see more”
[5]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ur%C5%A1ka_%C5%BDigart?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Urška Žigart”