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The tears of Van Hooydonck – the two time Flanders winner burnt by the EPO era

The tears of Van Hooydonck – the two time Flanders winner burnt by the EPO era

Edwig Van Hooydonck knew exactly where he could attack on the Bosberg and keep his speed to the top. But practice and knowledge couldn’t compete with 90’s new...

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Joop Zoetemelk, a poster-geezer for old blokes everywhere

Joop Zoetemelk, a poster-geezer for old blokes everywhere

Joop Zoetemelk won the Tour de France at 33, the world road championship at 38 and a Classic at 40. There’s hope for us all....

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Why you don’t want to get on the wrong side of Bernard Hinault

Why you don’t want to get on the wrong side of Bernard Hinault

Bernard Hinault was the last French rider to win the Tour de France and the last French rider to effectively terrify the peloton. He’s still...

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