Emanuel Buchmann ignited chaos ahead of Stage 3 of the 2025 Tour of Guangxi, taking a shocking public jab at Tadej Pogačar. In a pre-race interview, the German rider didn’t hold back, mocking not only Pogačar’s dominance but also the cycling event recently organized in his own hometown.
“Legend? Sorry, but I just see a racer surrounded by media hype and pampered by his teammates,” Buchmann sneered. “Pogačar is not a genius — he’s just good at acting like one.” The biting remark spread across social media within minutes, instantly triggering outrage among fans. Many accused Buchmann of jealousy and disrespect, calling his comments “embarrassing” and “unsportsmanlike.”
Witnesses at the scene reported that as soon as the interview clip went viral, fans near the team buses began chanting Pogačar’s name in defiance. The tension grew as speculation swirled over whether the Slovenian superstar would respond or simply ignore the attack.
But Pogačar didn’t stay silent for long. Just four minutes later, he dropped a calm yet devastating seven-word reply on social media:
“Legends don’t talk — they prove it daily.”
The post instantly went viral, amassing hundreds of thousands of likes and replies. Even rival riders applauded Pogačar’s composed and confident comeback, calling it the perfect response to unnecessary provocation. Meanwhile, Buchmann reportedly went quiet, avoiding further comments and skipping media appearances before the stage start.
As the Tour of Guangxi continues, fans are now watching closely to see whether Pogačar’s legs will deliver the ultimate answer on the road, where true legends speak loudest.
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