Remco Evenepoel is one of the best climbers in the world but not one who often shows his best level on the long climbs. The UAE Tour has exposed a fragility in his armour; and raises concerns after a brilliant season start that looked to show him on track for a proper Tour de France battle. The cli...

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The UAE Tour saw Antonio Tiberi and Isaac del Toro fight for the overall win, a battle that was ultimately won by the UAE Team Emirates - XRG rider. Tiberi had his very best legs on the two key mountain stages but it was not enough to hold back the Mexican, whom he compared to Tadej Pogacar. The Ba...

Having taken a big step forward in his cycling career last year, Willem OConnor has switched teams to a new French squad and has made a very strong start to his season in the tough environment of the French elite scene. He was to the fore at Plaintel-Plaintel on Sunday, a 138km national level event []

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Ever since Luke Plapp turned pro in 2022, it was clear that the peloton was witnessing a great climber. Under the radar, the Team Jayco AlUla rider has come close to winning on Jebel Hafeet - where Isaac del Toro and Antonio Tiberi battled for the UAE Tour win - however his top level is rarely seen....

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This accident reminds us of the importance of road safety and always remain vigilant, whether driving or cheering on the riders along the race, Rwandas sports minister said

Thomas Gloag has had a fantastic exhibition at this year's Volta ao Algarve, riding to fifth place on the final stage to the Alto do Malhe where he rode together with the best climbers in the race. After three seasons with Team Visma | Lease a Bike, the Briton has joined Tom Pidcock's Pinarello Q36...