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Primož Roglič baulks at suggestion of retirement: 'I want to race at this moment for 10 more years'
The four-time Vuelta a España winner will aim for a record-breaking fifth title in the Spanish Grand Tour in 2026.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'I feel the trust I need here' – British sensation Matthew Brennan extends contract with Visma-Lease a Bike until 2029
20-year-old signs third contract in two years with Dutch team
By Tom Davidson Published
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'My FTP is 480W, and I’m consuming up to 140g carbs an hour': gravel powerhouse Matthew Beers shares what made 2025 his most successful season yet
After winning at Cape Epics, Gravel Burn, Big Sugar Classic, Belgian Waffle Ride, and Lauf Gravel Worlds, Specialized Off-Road rider Matthew Beers is on the cusp of gravel greatness
By Aaron Borrill Published
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All the pro cycling transfers for 2026: Lotto-Intermarché merger moves completed
Keep up to date with all the latest confirmed transfers with Cycling Weekly
By Adam Becket Last updated
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'The goal is clear: to be at the back less and at the front more' – A second Tom joins Pinarello-Q36.5 Pro Cycling, itching for results
Tom Gloag joins Tom Pidcock at the Swiss team
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'Two different styles can be a good combination': Remco Evenepoel to try radical new approach to Tour de France, no Giro d'Italia or Tour of Flanders for Belgian
The double Olympic champion will be aiming to get closer than ever before to Tadej Pogačar at the 2026 Tour
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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UCI confirms 2026 WorldTour and Women's WorldTour teams – EF Education-Oatly, Lotto Intermarché, NSN Cycling, Uno-X Mobility in, Arkéa-B&B Hotels, Cofidis and Roland out
The successful 14 women's and 18 men's teams have been revealed
By Adam Becket Published
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'Why does a woman race a bike?' – Elisa Balsamo's experience shows women's pro cycling is still questioned, even as it's bigger and better than ever
Italian star says she still has to put up with comments questioning women's participation in the sport
By James Shrubsall Published
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'Then a cup of tea falls on your foot' – Movistar rider out for six weeks after bizarre accident
Davide Formolo undergoes surgery to repair tendon
By Tom Davidson Published
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'In the middle of winter, it's rather daring' – Tadej Pogačar spotted on Paris-Roubaix recon
Four months out from 2026 race, world champion is testing the cobbles out
By Adam Becket Published
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Pro cycling’s problems are more fundamental than when the Grand Tours are in the calendar
Tadej Pogačar, Mark Cavendish and Vincenzo Nibali have all spoken out about the calendar, or pro cycling's business model recently - but it's bigger than them
By Adam Becket Published
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'The lows of cycling are way, way worse than the highs of winning' – Stevie Williams simply hopes to ride again, pain-free
15 race days in 2025 tells of a season frustrated by injury
By Andy McGrath Published
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'I’m not bored by Tadej Pogačar, there were always new things to say about him' – how one writer set out to capture the uncatchable
How do you tell the story of a rider still winning practically every race he starts? Andy McGrath has sought to do that with his new book, Unstoppable
By Adam Becket Published
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‘I can sleep well now’ - British pro cyclist renews contract with EF Education-EasyPost after weeks of uncertainty
James Shaw will stay in pink for the 2026 season
By Meg Elliot Published
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'Probably 15 teams have reached out' – Oscar Onley says his future is 'up in the air' amid Ineos Grenadiers rumours
Tour de France's fourth-placed rider is among the peloton's brightest talents
By Tom Davidson Published
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Colnago Y1Rs Tadej Pogačar rode at Tour de France and won World Championships on sells for $190,500, more than 10 times its value new
He didn't stop there on the Colnago, either, winning the World Championships and the Europeans too, oh and Il Lombardia
By Adam Becket Published
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'I still love the racing, the camaraderie and the purpose we all share' – five Ineos Grenadiers riders sign extensions, including two stalwarts
Michał Kwiatkowski and Ben Swift among the five
By Adam Becket Published
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'In hindsight, I should've saved myself that': Wout van Aert reveals his mental struggles following a crash-hit 2024
The Belgian talks extensively about finding it difficult to be bold in races this year, having suffered extensive injuries in 2024
By James Shrubsall Published
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Mathieu van der Poel's Alpecin-Deceuninck become Alpecin-Premier Tech for 2026
Belgian WorldTour and Women's WorldTour teams joined by Canadian sponsor after it left Israel-Premier Tech
By Adam Becket Published
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'We'll aim to get some good WorldTour riders' – popular London night-time criterium to return in 2026 as UCI event
City of London Nocturne organiser James Pope reveals plans for 'bigger and better' event
By Tom Davidson Published
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'Together we will innovate, create new iconic moments, and build the future upon their remarkable heritage' – Bianchi team up with Bahrain Victorious
Bahrain move to classic Italian brand after Merida leave
By Adam Becket Published
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'Guess it is better to buy a pair of those ugly out of ear headphones' – pro cyclist fined €200 for riding with AirPods in Spain
Spanish law forbids the use of headphones while driving or cycling
By Tom Davidson Published
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Matthew Brennan and Zoe Bäckstedt named Cycling Weekly Riders of the Year for 2025
Eight award winners honoured in this week's magazine, from pro cyclists to local riders
By Tom Davidson Published
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Here are the five cyclo-cross races you can watch Wout van Aert vs Mathieu van der Poel this winter
The reigning world champion and his biggest rival will return to off-road later in December
By James Shrubsall Last updated
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On the edge of greatness: 9 North American riders to watch in 2026
North America doesn't have a superstar like Tadej Pogačar (yet), but we’re not struggling to find results either
By Zach Nehr Published
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'An exciting step forward' – Scott returns to the WorldTour with NSN Cycling, as Factor leaves former Israel-Premier Tech
Swiss brand signs 'multi-year sponsorship' with revamped team
By Tom Davidson Published
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‘I’m just objectively stating that there is a gap in the market to fill’ - Mark Cavendish has notes on how to shape the cycling industry
From a ticketed Tour de France to more opportunities for individual monetisation, is it time for pro cycling to restructure?
By Meg Elliot Published
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'I’ve not had my period since 2014. I've abused my body for too long' - Veronica Ewers announces pause from professional racing
The 31-year-old, once one of the nation’s fastest-rising talents, says her body now requires a full reset after a decade of damage
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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The 2026 Giro d’Italia is a bit, well, easier, and that’s no bad thing – it’s designed to tempt Jonas Vingegaard and Remco Evenepoel
Maybe better, harder, isn’t always possible?
By Adam Becket Published
