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Now for the Tour? Why the smart money is on Tadej Pogačar completing a historic double

Now for the Tour? Why the smart money is on Tadej Pogačar completing a historic double

A sublime show of dominance in the Giro bodes well for the Slovenian's aim a of second Grand Tour win in July

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Defend or attack? Tadej Pogačar keeps his plans cryptic for the Giro's final week

Defend or attack? Tadej Pogačar keeps his plans cryptic for the Giro's final week

Despite boasting one of the biggest leads in recent history, the Slovenian keeps his options open when it comes to advancing his position in the...

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The greatest showman: Tadej Pogačar adds another dazzling performance to his growing legacy

The greatest showman: Tadej Pogačar adds another dazzling performance to his growing legacy

The Slovenian is now out of sight of his rivals in the Giro d'Italia GC, just as he was on the queen stage to Livigno

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'Cycling is not as predictable as people sometimes think' - Dani Martínez and Bora-Hansgrohe are promising more at the Giro d’Italia

'Cycling is not as predictable as people sometimes think' - Dani Martínez and Bora-Hansgrohe are promising more at the Giro d’Italia

The Colombian sits second on GC at the first rest day and, while Tadej Pogačar remains well ahead, Martínez says he will try something in...

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Vuelta Femenina 2024: what it taught us about how the Tour de France Femmes will be raced

Vuelta Femenina 2024: what it taught us about how the Tour de France Femmes will be raced

While Demi Vollering expectedly ran away with the general classification, there were signs that emerging riders may be able to provide a significant challenge to...

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Ready to dominate again: Demi Vollering returns to her ruthless best at the Vuelta

Ready to dominate again: Demi Vollering returns to her ruthless best at the Vuelta

After an uncharacteristic winless run so far this season, Vollering dismissed any transfer saga induced difficulties with a crushing win at the Vuelta

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Pulling up trees: How Britain's Joe Blackmore is already making a name for himself on the road

Pulling up trees: How Britain's Joe Blackmore is already making a name for himself on the road

The multi-discipline rider, just 21, has has made instant impact since joining the Israel-Premier Tech Academy team this year

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A tale of identical twins and a jovial Brazilian rider: Movistar’s Classics revolution

A tale of identical twins and a jovial Brazilian rider: Movistar’s Classics revolution

The Spanish team is beginning to assemble squads that could challenge for many more significant results in the cobbled Classics

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The story of two identical twins animating Paris-Roubaix: ‘We will remember this special day for the rest of our lives’

The story of two identical twins animating Paris-Roubaix: ‘We will remember this special day for the rest of our lives’

Which one’s Mick Tim and which one’s Tim Mick? Visma-Lease a Bike’s highest finishers at Paris-Roubaix were two twin brothers

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Even Mathieu van der Poel is astounded by his winning streak: 'It’s definitely not normal'

Even Mathieu van der Poel is astounded by his winning streak: 'It’s definitely not normal'

Rivals and the man himself in awe of the world champion’s incredible run of form

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Analysing whether Tom Pidcock can pull a surprise in Paris-Roubaix

Analysing whether Tom Pidcock can pull a surprise in Paris-Roubaix

The Briton has been drafted in as a late call-up for Ineos Grenadiers - can he challenge for victory?

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'This shows the fire inside her’ - Pfeiffer Georgi has just got started at Paris-Roubaix

'This shows the fire inside her’ - Pfeiffer Georgi has just got started at Paris-Roubaix

The British rider finished in third place this year, and it has only made her hungry for more

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The Mauritian darkhorse at Paris-Roubaix Femmes with the race’s wildest backstory

The Mauritian darkhorse at Paris-Roubaix Femmes with the race’s wildest backstory

Meet the little-known rider from a tiny island nation who could shake up Paris-Roubaix Femmes

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The next Wout van Aert? Visma-Lease a Bike's secret weapon at Paris-Roubaix

The next Wout van Aert? Visma-Lease a Bike's secret weapon at Paris-Roubaix

Twenty-year-old Per Strand Hagenes has a big opportunity in the Hell of the North on Sunday

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‘Dreams are to be made in this race’ - Mads Pedersen’s date with destiny at Paris-Roubaix

‘Dreams are to be made in this race’ - Mads Pedersen’s date with destiny at Paris-Roubaix

The Danish rider thinks his best chance at a Monument win comes in the Hell of the North

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‘I want to give something back’ - How will Alpecin-Deceuninck balance two superstars at Paris-Roubaix?

‘I want to give something back’ - How will Alpecin-Deceuninck balance two superstars at Paris-Roubaix?

Mathieu van der Poel and Jasper Philipsen explain how they will balance their ambitions in the Hell of the North

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How Soudal–Quick-Step can end their cobbled hoodoo and win Paris-Roubaix

How Soudal–Quick-Step can end their cobbled hoodoo and win Paris-Roubaix

Soudal–Quick-Step aren’t the cobbled Classic kings they once were. Everyone is also well-versed in the question: can they return to their former glory?

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Brutally enacted: Incomparable Mathieu van der Poel's dream Tour of Flanders

Brutally enacted: Incomparable Mathieu van der Poel's dream Tour of Flanders

Mathieu van der Poel was in control throughout as he accomplished his dream: a long-range attack to win his third Tour of Flanders

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How Lotte Kopecky and Mathieu van der Poel can be beaten at the Tour of Flanders

How Lotte Kopecky and Mathieu van der Poel can be beaten at the Tour of Flanders

Is there any way that the men's and women's pelotons can deny Lotte Kopecky and Mathieu van der Poel at the Tour of Flanders?

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Is Tadej Pogačar’s dominance the enemy of entertainment?

Is Tadej Pogačar’s dominance the enemy of entertainment?

The Slovenian rider's performances at the recent Volta a Catalunya were historic, but did they make for good bike racing?

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Pop, fizz and bang: a pulsating finale of Milan-Sanremo

Pop, fizz and bang: a pulsating finale of Milan-Sanremo

Multiple dice were rolled, and multiple actors fired a bullet. But in the end, it took a photo finish to settle a breathtaking race

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’Olympics are where the glory is' - Sam Gaze on rivalries, road racing and chasing cross-country titles

’Olympics are where the glory is' - Sam Gaze on rivalries, road racing and chasing cross-country titles

The Kiwi rider still has unfinished business on the mountain bike, but he is keen to make his mark on the road, too

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Who is Richard Plugge? All about cycling's ceaseless visionary

Who is Richard Plugge? All about cycling's ceaseless visionary

From a journalist, to a team manager, to one of cycling's most powerful and controversial figures

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From a war-torn homeland to a WorldTour contract and Tour de France dreams: Meet Welay Hagos Berhe

From a war-torn homeland to a WorldTour contract and Tour de France dreams: Meet Welay Hagos Berhe

The 22-year-old rider sits down with Rouleur to speak about the hope of seeing his family, his rise to the WorldTour and his Tour de...

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OneCycling: racing revolution or improbable pipe dream?

OneCycling: racing revolution or improbable pipe dream?

Rouleur takes a closer look at the idea, the key players, the problems, and the prospects of the fledgling pro cycling project

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Military service, football trials and emulating Tadej Pogačar: Meet UAE’s new wonderkid, Jan Christen

Military service, football trials and emulating Tadej Pogačar: Meet UAE’s new wonderkid, Jan Christen

The 19-year-old rider is confident in his abilities to not only help the big guys win the big races but win them himself

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A motor doper speaks, but is she the only one?

A motor doper speaks, but is she the only one?

There has only ever been one known case of a concealed motor in a bike discovered at a UCI race. In his new podcast series,...

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'I don’t feel like I am at my peak yet' - João Almeida's poised journey towards Grand Tour greatness

'I don’t feel like I am at my peak yet' - João Almeida's poised journey towards Grand Tour greatness

The Portuguese rider is always a contender in the shadows but says he is ready to step into the spotlight

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Thomas takes on the double: how far can he go at the Giro and Tour in 2024?

Thomas takes on the double: how far can he go at the Giro and Tour in 2024?

The Welshman announced on Wednesday that he'll be racing the Giro d'Italia and the Tour de France this season

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What next for Sepp Kuss?

What next for Sepp Kuss?

Rouleur speaks to Jumbo-Lease a Bike's head of performance about what the American rider's future looks like now as a Grand Tour winner

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