UCI

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Teams launch scathing criticism of UCI and demand urgent action
Pro cycling teams have launched a scathing criticism of the UCI and have demanded urgent action over their “serious concerns.”
By Alex Ballinger Published
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UCI dismisses threats of Team Time Trial World Champs boycott
The UCI are concerned by suggestions that WorldTour teams will boycott the Team Time Trial World Championships but do not believe abstention will come to fruition
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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UCI releases update on 2020 racing return for women and men’s WorldTour
The UCI has released another update on the return of racing with more changes to the women’s and men’s WorldTour calendars.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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UCI releases names of 19 WorldTour teams for 2020
The UCI has published the names of the 19 teams racing at WorldTour level, as cycling’s Premier League is due to increase in size.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Brian Cookson says he agrees with jail terms for drug cheats
Brian Cookson agrees with the draft bill in Germany that could see dopers sent to jail
By Stuart Clarke Published
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Hein Verbruggen set to sue UCI over CIRC report claims
In a 14-page 'Statement of Criticisms', former UCI president Hein Verbruggen blasts the CIRC report for being a 'complete sham' and is likely to sue
By Stuart Clarke Published
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Dylan Groenewegen in line for disciplinary action as UCI condemns 'dangerous behaviour' at Tour of Poland
The Jumbo-Visma rider deviated from his line in the sprint, forcing Fabio Jakobsen into the barriers
By Tim Bonville-Ginn Published
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Nibali criticises Cookson as Astana licence decision nears
Vincenzo Nibali has said that UCI president Brian Cookson should have better dialogue with riders after the handling of the Astana licence affair
By Gregor Brown Published
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Leaked discussions between WADA and UCI reveals tension over Chris Froome salbutamol case
A leaked discussion between the UCI and WADA have revealed the tensions caused by the Chris Froome salbutamol case.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Lance Armstrong praises CIRC anti-doping report
'I am grateful to CIRC for seeking the truth and allowing me to assist in that search' says Lance Armstrong of extensive report into doping in cycling
By Gregor Brown Published
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UCI celebrates anti-doping decision to ban all use of a corticosteroid type
The UCI is celebrating the anti-doping decision to ban all use of a corticosteroid type in competition from next year.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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18 teams in 2017 UCI WorldTour, including Dimension Data
Dimension Data's position in the UCI's top-flight WorldTour race calendar is assured for 2017
By Gregor Brown Published
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Astana still 'very much under scrutiny', says UCI president Brian Cookson
Astana could still lose its WorldTour licence before start of 2015 season depending on Padua anti-doping investigation evidence
By Gregor Brown Published
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Pro riders's union raises concerns over ‘sensitive health data’ amid rise of e-racing
The pro riders union has raised concerns over the sharing of “sensitive health data” amid the rise of e-racing.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Peter Sagan extends WorldTour lead after Paris-Roubaix win
Paris-Roubaix win sees Peter Sagan take a commanding lead in the UCI WorldTour ranking ahead of the Ardennes Classics
By Nigel Wynn Published
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UCI confirms all WorldTour and Pro Continental teams for 2019
The UCI has confirmed all the WorldTour and Professional Continental teams that will be racing in 2019.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Trade teams will not be allowed to ride track World Cups as UCI overhauls calendar
The UCI has announced a major overhaul of the track cycling calendar, which will see trade teams barred from riding World Cup events.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Simon Gerrans clings on to top spot in UCI World Ranking, Kennaugh out of top 10
Top 10 of UCI World Ranking gets a major shake-up after the weekend's racing, but Tour Down Under winner Simon Gerrans is still top... for now
By Nigel Wynn Published
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An opportunity to reach new audiences or diminishing the stripes? Readers react to rainbow jerseys on sale at Decathlon
The rainbows bands are one of the most iconic images in professional cycling, but should the kit be worn by everyday cyclists?
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Philippe Gilbert and 14 other riders fined for riding on pavement at De Panne
15 riders, including race winner Philippe Gilbert, have been fined 200 Swiss Francs for riding on the pavement at Three Days of De Panne.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Women's World Cup gets extended TV coverage
Coverage of the 2014 women's World Cup road race series available via UCI's YouTube channel
By Nigel Wynn Published
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‘The changes are brutally destructive’: Huub-Wattbike respond to UCI over plans to bar trade teams from World Cup races
British track riders from the Huub-Wattbike team have criticised the UCI over its decision to bar trade teams from racing World Cup events.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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UCI president David Lappartient floats idea of introducing team budget caps
The UCI president said a budget cap would "naturally have the strong riders better divided among various teams"
By Gregor Brown Published
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Brian Cookson: 'New and exciting era' does not have place for Tour of Beijing
"You have to develop cycling in countries in a way that's appropriate to them" says Brian Cookson
By Gregor Brown Published
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New rules for race cars and motorbikes introduced by UCI to improve rider safety
Stringent regulations are introduced by UCI to clearly set out the expected behaviour of drivers during professional bike races
By Nigel Wynn Published
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Delko rider banned for doping says he tested positive after eye surgery
A Delko rider banned for doping has claimed he tested positive after having eye surgery.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Cyclocross World Championships can go ahead with stricter coronavirus measures, UCI says
The Cyclocross World Championships will be going ahead with stricter coronavirus measures, the UCI has announced.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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UCI moves to ban Tramadol in-competition use and introduces revised rules for low cortisol
Governing body will prevent riders from competing if they show low levels of cortisol
By Richard Windsor Published
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Icons of cycling: the Rainbow Jersey
The Rainbow Jersey: there’s magic behind this combination of five colours
By Simon Smythe Published