# Extra Time: La Vuelta Show | Stage 4 | Tadej Pogačar Stamps His Authority in Andorra, Enric Mas Shows Signs of Life

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Published: 2026-08-26T04:00:00+00:00
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Extra Time: La Vuelta Show | Stage 4 | Tadej Pogačar Stamps His Authority in Andorra, Enric Mas Shows Signs of Life Jonathan, Nicole, and David break down the first real GC battle of the 2026 Vuelta a España — a brutal, entirely-within-Andorra mountain stage that separated genuine podium contenders from pretenders and gave Tadej Pogačar the platform to show exactly why he's the overwhelming favorite. ⛰️ The Real Race Finally Arrives After yesterday's hailstorm neutralization, Stage 4 delivered everything the hosts had been waiting for — three major climbs plus a summit finish, all in the Pyrenees, entirely within Andorra's borders. Pogačar attacks on the second climb, a shorter but punchier Cat 1, and only Felix Gall can briefly follow before conceding. 🏔️ Who Showed Up, Who Didn't Richard Carapaz loses 18 seconds to the main chase group after two separate moments of struggle — enough that French teams reportedly rode aggressively at the front specifically to isolate and pressure him. Mattias Skjelmose loses even more time than Carapaz, both potentially still carrying Tour de France fatigue. Belgian rider Wout van Aert's teammate Sepp Kuss impresses by chasing down and catching Felix Gall solo — a genuine statement of form. 🔴 A Cautiously Optimistic Primož Roglič Roglič finishes in the front chase group and looks visibly strong on the climbs, though he notably missed out on the time bonus sprint he's famous for collecting in past Vueltas. The hosts debate whether that's a fitness gap or simple energy management from a rider still building back after his training crash. Jonathan goes on record: Roglič finishes second overall, banking on his sneaky time-trial pedigree as a former Olympic gold medalist. ❓ Enric Mas — Flash in the Pan or Real Signal? Mas puts in genuine at…

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