Storer Storms to Monumental Podium Glory at Il Lombardia

Australian powerhouse Michael Storer claimed a sensational third place at the season’s final Monument, Il Lombardia.

11.10.2025

The 240-kilometer route from Como to Bergamo set the stage for a brutal showdown in the mountains of northern Italy. Tudor Pro Cycling animated the early part of the race, before the decisive moment arrived on the Passo di Ganda with 40 km to go. There, Storer was perfectly placed, even receiving a motivating tap on the back from teammate Julian Alaphilippe before the final action began.

Chasing hard behind Quinn Simmons, Storer kept his composure when Tadej Pogačar launched the winning move. Riding shoulder-to-shoulder with Remco Evenepoel, he lost a handful of seconds on the descent but held off the chasers with grit and determination. Crossing the line alone in Bergamo, Storer sealed a career-defining third place — emotional, exhausted, and almost in disbelief.

“It’s a dream to stand on the podium at Il Lombardia, a Monument. Honestly, it’s something I never thought I could achieve in my career. I was feeling really good today from the start and was quite sure that a top-10 was totally realistic. Then, if I have a good day, who knows? It turns out it was that 'who knows?',” said Storer.

Reflecting on the final hour of race, he added: “When Pogačar went solo, our group just kept thinning out. On the last climb, I was in a world of pain, but the atmosphere was incredible. Usually, I’m conservative on descents, but today I went all-in. It was a sprint out of every corner to stay on Remco’s wheel, and at some point, unfortunately, I just didn’t have the legs to close the gaps anymore. It’s the perfect way to finish a great season — now, it’s time for some well-deserved rest.”

Tudor Pro Cycling CEO Raphael Meyer summed up the achievement with pride: “I am so proud of the team today and of the journey we’re on — from being a Continental squad in 2022 to a Monument podium in 2025, passing by our first WorldTour win and a Grand Tour Top-10 on 2024. These steps are only possible thanks to our partners who trust and support us every day.”

Photo credits: Sprint Cycling