Chris Marshall-Bell
A freelance sports journalist and podcaster, you'll mostly find Chris's byline attached to news scoops, profile interviews and long reads across a variety of different publications. He has been writing regularly for Cycling Weekly since 2013. In 2024 he released a seven-part podcast documentary, Ghost in the Machine, about motor doping in cycling.
Previously a ski, hiking and cycling guide in the Canadian Rockies and Spanish Pyrenees, he almost certainly holds the record for the most number of interviews conducted from snowy mountains. He lives in Valencia, Spain.
Latest articles by Chris Marshall-Bell
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Angry riders argue 'stupid and extreme' handlebar positions are threatening race safety
A flared position has become ever more common, but the peloton fear that some riders are taking the trend too far
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Ineos Grenadiers remain committed to selecting Egan Bernal for Tour de France
The Colombian withdrew from the Volta a Catalunya after a stage six crash
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Remco Evenepoel sends verbal warning to his 'idol' Primož Roglič after quadruple Volta a Catalunya showdown
It's 2-1 to Roglič after a neck-and-neck fight at the Volta a Catalunya, but Evenepoel isn't short of confidence
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Matthew Riccitello is America's new GC star to get excited about: 'He'll do well on big mountains very, very soon'
Getting to know the son of an elite triathlete who is exciting the men's peloton
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Invani Reversible Arm Warmers review
Lightweight arm warmers that are the perfect accompaniment on shoulder season riding - providing there's no rain forecast
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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No turns, giving up and learning from mistakes: dissecting a curious stage three of the Volta a Catalunya
Why did the chase group give up? What was Primož Roglič playing at?
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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It's not just Remco v Roglič at Volta a Catalunya as two becomes three: 'When two are fighting, it's the other who takes it'
Is Giulio Ciccone, at the once-assumed peak age of 28, developing into a serious rival for the best?
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Saved by a doping test: The pro rider treated for cancer after abnormal blood result
When his team doctor called about an abnormal test result, Torstein Træen could not believe what was happening – but it would turn out to be a potentially life-saving red flag
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Primož Roglič holds off attempted steal to win third consecutive Tirreno-Adriatico stage
Alexsandr Vlasov had attempted an audacious coup, but it was Primož Roglič celebrating yet again come the finish
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Tadej Pogačar sprints to stage seven triumph to close in on overall victory at Paris-Nice
The Slovenian tried his luck with more than five kilometres still to race, but eventually got the better of his rivals inside the final 200m
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Tom Boonen backs down from Colnago criticism: 'I dreamed about winning Paris-Roubaix on a Colnago'
The Belgian legend apologises for the bizarre spat
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Silicon Valley Bank collapse raises questions around future of EF Education-TIBCO-SVB
The American team only stepped up to WorldTour level in 2022
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Invani Men's Cool Weather Reversible Jersey review - a great option even if it wasn't reversible
Invani says this is for cool weather training, but this short sleeved jersey could feasibly be worn for nine months of the year in more northerly latitudes
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Self-coached part-time worker Michael Vink on turning pro with UAE-Team Emirates aged 31: 'It's a big step up'
The New Zealander's life has been transformed in just five months
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Russian team takes UCI to court over ban
Banned team Gazprom-RusVelo awaits verdict from the Court of Arbitration for Sport
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Olympic champion Matt Walls acknowledges pressure to succeed in crucial contract year with Bora-Hansgrohe
The Briton faces the challenge of proving to his team that his first season results can be repeated
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'It's not hard to change': Astana's riders and coaches see plenty of positives in Mark Cavendish's first race
Alexander Vinokourov, the manager of Astana, confirms that the team will focus on chasing stages with Cavendish at the Tour de France
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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A bleed on the brain, cycling commentary and emulating Bradley Wiggins: introducing Cofidis’ British prodigy Harrison Wood
Harrison Wood has taken the conventional route to cycling's WorldTour, but it hasn't been without its struggles
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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American Matteo Jorgenson finally secures maiden win: 'I didn’t even believe I deserved to be professional'
The American comes good on his potential with an emotional victory in the Middle East
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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From Olympic cycling gold to ski race winner and instructor: Samuel Sánchez's new sporting successes
The Spaniard has found glory in his first sporting love since retirement
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Mark Cavendish: 'All I've ever wanted is to be treated as a human being'
The Manxman starts his season in Oman not understanding the fuss around him
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Riders call for musette ban: '99% of the time there are crashes'
The topic of motorbikes has also reared its head once again, with riders alleging that they are influencing races.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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The Politest Man in Cycling - five days chasing victory with new sensation Thomas Gloag
Britain's latest cycling prodigy is as cheery and humble as they come
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'They come to my country and kill kids': UCI's decision to allow Russian riders at World Championships draws passionate reaction
There has been a mixed response to the UCI's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian riders the opportunity to return to the international stage.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published