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'I nearly died' – How one rider came back from four brain bleeds and a coma to compete at the British Track Championships
Eighteen-year-old Lewis Fletcher hopes to make the Team GB track sprint squad
By Tom Davidson Published
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'For the first time I feel truly understood' – Pauline Ferrand-Prévot extends contract with Visma-Lease a Bike
Tour de France Femmes champ signs for another year and makes LA Olympics a major goal with the team
By James Shrubsall Published
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'We want to be visible, race offensively and make an impact' – Unibet Rose Rockets to race Giro d'Italia after wildcard teams announced
French ProTeam missed out on Tour de France, but get to head to Italy
By Adam Becket Published
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'I'm so surprised, I can't believe it' – Charlie Tanfield downs world champion to win individual pursuit title at British Track Championships
Team GB's Anna Morris also among winners on day one in Manchester
By Tom Davidson Published
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Dylan Johnson, Russell Finsterwald and Haley Smith headline 80-rider Wild Card pool vying for spots in the 2026 Life Time Grand Prix
More than 80 riders are battling for just 6 spots in the off-road series and a share of a $350,000 prize purse
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'The first goal is already achieved, to win a race' – 19-year-old French phenom takes first pro victory, beating João Almeida, Juan Ayuso and Oscar Onley at Volta ao Algarve
Paul Seixas won atop the Alto de Fóia, but Ayuso new GC leader
By Adam Becket Published
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'The clocks stopped ticking for a moment... but there's no need to be mad with Christen' – Maxim Van Gils forgives after breaking shoulder and pelvis in crash
Belgian rider fell in closing sprint at Clasica Jaén
By Adam Becket Published
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'It's a huge disappointment' – Belgian one-day star to miss Classics following back operation
Tiesj Benoot developed back pain during winter training and was diagnosed with a herniated disc
By James Shrubsall Published
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With the rise of direct-to-consumer cycling brands, does provenance matter anymore?
Rob Quirk's new film, 'Provenance', let's us in on a handmade process reminding us that provenance is part of value creation, especially when it comes to making brilliant bikes.
By Andy Carr Published
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Light and strong – Boyd's brace of new gravel wheels suggest you can have your cake and eat it
Lightweight wheels are nothing new, especially in the era of carbon spokes, but these new gravel wheels use clever rim manufacturing to hit a sweet spot between lightweight and hard wearing.
By Luke Friend Published
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US bike infrastructure faces major funding cuts; SRAM, Shimano, Trek and others sound the alarm
More than 1,100 organisations urge Congress to protect federal funding for bike and active transportation infrastructure
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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American cycling fans: If you watch any races in 2026, make it these 8 – our guide explains how and where to watch some of the best UCI WorldTour races
Deals These are the races that define pro cycling. Here's how to stream them live and enjoy uninterrupted coverage if you're travelling by using a VPN
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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'We will take our sport to the next level' – UCI-led overhaul launched to give bike racing more long-term appeal and stability
Cycling's governing body has launched a wide-ranging consultation with a view to improving the sport's organisation
By James Shrubsall Published
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'It's a dream come true' – Antonio Tiberi charges to first WorldTour win as Remco Evenepoel sheds time on UAE Tour stage three
Tiberi climbs into race lead as Isaac del Toro finishes second
By Adam Becket Published
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British Cycling to show free live stream of National Track Championships on YouTube
Olympic, world and European champions to compete at event in Manchester this week
By Tom Davidson Published
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'This is about getting more views' – UAE Team Emirates-XRG using outriders to protect Tadej Pogačar from unwanted attention while training
A string of incidents, including with Pogačar himself, prompted the move
By James Shrubsall Published
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Maxim Van Gils out for 'months' after fracturing pelvis in finishing straight crash
UAE Team Emirates-XRG's Jan Christen disqualified for role in incident at Clásica Jaén, issues apology on Instagram
By Tom Davidson Last updated
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'That cycling high is everything' — Specialized launches limited-edition Tarmac SL8 artist-series
Three bike-loving artists turn Specialized’s flagship road framesets into rolling canvases
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'It's no secret that the Tour's the main focus' – Oscar Onley confirms Tour de France bid for 2026
Scot set for Ineos Grenadiers debut at Volta ao Algarve this week
By Tom Davidson Published
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I cycled into a pothole which could have seriously injured me – why do we have to put up with this as bike riders?
A cracked rim and a wasted day is the sum of my pothole misery
By Adam Becket Published
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'The battle for the GC is now on' – Remco Evenepoel sweeps to personal best time trial victory at UAE Tour stage two
The win that put the Belgian in the leader's jersey is his sixth this year
By James Shrubsall Published
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What is the UCI's Extreme Weather Protocol?
We take a look at what it is, when it's needed, and the extra High Temperature Protocol
By James Shrubsall Published
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Visma-Lease a Bike looking for new lead sponsor to compete with super-teams
Visma to stay on board as partner, as talks progressing over new funding
By Adam Becket Published
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Giant Bicycles founder King Liu dies at 93
Giant Group confirms the passing of its founder, whose vision built the world’s largest bicycle manufacturer and helped globalise Taiwan’s cycling industry
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Riders blown off the road as high speed winds disrupt stage racing across Spain
Setmana Valenciana and Vuelta a Murcia both affected, with stages cancelled, shortened and neutralised
By James Shrubsall Published
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How to watch the UAE Tour 2026: Everything you need to live stream the WorldTour stage race
All the key information for this second men's WorldTour stage race of the season, running 16-22 February
By James Shrubsall Last updated
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'The Remco Evenepoel Tour de France hype starts here': Everything you need to know about the UAE Tour 2026
There may be no Tadej Pogačar at UAE Team Emirates-XRG's home race, but there's plenty else to watch out for
By Adam Becket Published
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My friend will keep riding with the 20mph group, even if it bankrupts him
Fear of failure is good for business now you can simply buy more speed
By Michael Hutchinson Published
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The market is 'looking a bit messy': Bike industry insider warns of flood of carbon frames and the effect of US politics on industry
Head of product at Standert looks at the shifting sands affecting the cycling industry in 2026
By Andy Carr Published
