Paris-Roubaix: How a brutal race still thwarts Tadej Pogacar - BBC
Paris-Roubaix's remains elite's sport's most volatile journey of daring and dust. And the Hell of the North is the one race legend Tadej Pogacar still can't win.
www.bbc.co.ukWout van Aert won the 2026 Paris–Roubaix on April 12, edging Tadej Pogačar in a two-rider sprint, while Jasper Stuyven took third. The big post-race news is that van Aert described the win as deeply emotional, and Pogačar said he will come back to try to win it next year.[2][6]
What stood out
This year’s race was notable for its chaos and speed, with punctures and mechanical issues affecting several favorites. Mathieu van der Poel’s bid was also disrupted by a double mechanical in the Forest of Arenberg, which left him out of the decisive move.[2]
Other headlines
The official race site highlighted reaction pieces from the podium finishers and framed the 2026 edition as one of the most memorable in recent history. Coverage also pointed to technical storylines, including wide tire use and equipment choices, as part of the race’s broader aftermath.[6][2]
One-sentence version
The latest Paris–Roubaix news is that Wout van Aert won a dramatic 2026 edition, beating Tadej Pogačar and ending his long wait for a cobbled Monument victory.[6][2]