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UCI president says ‘not holding the Tour de France in 2020 would be a disaster’
The UCI president says it would be a “disaster” if the Tour de France didn’t take place in 2020, but added that he is cautiously confident the race will be go ahead.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Former UCI president Pat McQuaid: 'Hard to see how Sky can come out of this with any credibility'
Pat McQuaid told the BBC that he thinks Chris Froome's adverse analytical finding for salbutamol at the Vuelta a España is a 'disaster' for cycling
By Nigel Wynn Published
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Team TJ Sport's WorldTour licence remains under review
Team TJ Sport's plans to become the first Chinese WorldTour team remain up in the air
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Using thermal cameras to find motors would mean even more motorcycles, says UCI
Mark Barfield, the UCI's technical chief, has said that motorcycles would need to be in close proximity with riders to even have a chance of working
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Cookson: I believe Astana are trying to do their best to comply with the rules
The UCI president says he believes that Astana are committed to clean sport, while he also confirmed night-time rider testing is now taking place
By Richard Windsor Published
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UCI request anti-doping samples from 2016 and 2017 be re-tested in wake of Operation Aderlass scandal
The UCI has requested that anti-doping samples from 2016 and 2017 be re-tested in the wake of the Operational Aderlass scandal.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Unbelievable bike handling on display at the Indoor Cycling World Championships (video)
Those competing in the Indoor Cycling World Championships put road riders doing wheelies into perspective. Read on for more of the best videos, including a classic advert and a pro-rider on rollerblades
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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The 2015 cycling season in review: February
February was a busy month in the 2015 season, with Chris Froome's first race of the year, the inaugural Cadel Evans Great Ocean Race, a new world Hour Record, five-day races in the Middle East and Omloop Het Nieuwsblad
By Stuart Clarke Published
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CIRC report says UCI hindered anti-doping efforts
The key points of the findings in the Cycling Independent Reform Commission's investigation into doping practices and allegations of corruption within the UCI
By Richard Windsor Published
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UCI presses ahead with new ‘Classics Series’ – but teams want no part in it
The UCI has decided to press ahead with a new “Classics Series,” despite the objection from teams.
By Alex Ballinger Published
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Brian Cookson hopes to expand track cycling schedule for Tokyo 2020 Olympics
UCI president Brian Cookson is pushing to expand the track cycling programme at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, insisting the discipline is growing in popularity
By Stuart Clarke Published
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Miniature scanners will soon be fitted inside every pro rider's bike to detect motors
UCI teams up with French tech giant to develop tiny magnetometer scanners that could fit in pro's bikes and detect anyone using a hidden motor.
By Henry Robertshaw Published
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Simon Yates not suspended after positive test for Terbutaline, confirms UCI
The British rider is still free to compete as the substance he tested positive for does not entail a provisional suspension from the UCI
By Gregor Brown Published
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UCI to increase personnel at races to help crack down on breaches of rider safety
Cycling's governing body, the UCI, will increase the number of staff at races to monitor the application of new guidelines to protect riders from race vehicles
By Stuart Clarke Published
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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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Italian rider blocked from joining Movistar because she has a contract with national police
An Italian rider has been blocked from joining Movistar because she already has a contract with Italian police as a rider.
By Alex Ballinger 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