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Reflections on stage two of the 2023 Tour de France: a complex race in a complex region

Reflections on stage two of the 2023 Tour de France: a complex race in a complex region

The Basque Country is a region unlike any other, and the Grand Départ of the 2023 Tour de France has also been a unique beginning...

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No puncheur's paradise: Were the Basque Country climbs underestimated at the Tour de France?

No puncheur's paradise: Were the Basque Country climbs underestimated at the Tour de France?

It was not the riders fighting for victory who many expected during the opening weekend of the Tour

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Opinion: Wout van Aert deserved better from his team in stage two of the 2023 Tour de France

Opinion: Wout van Aert deserved better from his team in stage two of the 2023 Tour de France

The Belgian rider could have secured his first stage win of the 2023 Tour de France if his team leader wasn't riding so frustratingly conservative

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The accomplishment of a 15 year dream: Cofidis' hoodoo finally ends

The accomplishment of a 15 year dream: Cofidis' hoodoo finally ends

Victor Lafay's stage two victory was a crucial one for his team

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Tour de France stage three preview - the first opportunity for the sprinters

Tour de France stage three preview - the first opportunity for the sprinters

Stage three will be the first chance for the sprinters to shine in this year's Tour de France

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Giro Donne: The art of Elisa Longo Borghini and Gaia Realini

Giro Donne: The art of Elisa Longo Borghini and Gaia Realini

Elisa Longo Borghini and Gaia Realini, currently competing in the Giro Donne 2023, spoke to Rouleur Italia what this race means to them and how they...

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Pogačar and Yates co-leadership: A Tour winning blueprint for UAE Team Emirates?

Pogačar and Yates co-leadership: A Tour winning blueprint for UAE Team Emirates?

When UAE Team Emirates announced co-leadership for Tadej Pogačar and Adam Yates at this year's Tour de France, no one really believed it. But stage one...

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A matter of time: the losses and gains of the GC favourites

A matter of time: the losses and gains of the GC favourites

The 2023 Tour de France is only one day old, but there were huge time gains and losses among the GC favourites

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Tour de France 2023 stage two preview - the longest stage

Tour de France 2023 stage two preview - the longest stage

The region's iconic Jaizkibel climb will be the final decider of today's stage, but who can reach the top first and stay clear from trouble...

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Tour de France 2023 stage one preview - a very Basque beginning

Tour de France 2023 stage one preview - a very Basque beginning

This year's Grand Départ will take place in Bilbao and feature the region's punchy climbs, making the opening stage a prime opportunity for the puncheurs...

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The Brits riding the 2023 Tour de France

The Brits riding the 2023 Tour de France

There are seven British riders making their way to the Basque Country for this year’s Grand Départ

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How to watch and live stream the 2023 Tour de France

How to watch and live stream the 2023 Tour de France

With this year's Tour de France looking to be action-packed, cycling fans around the world won't want to miss a minute

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'These are my roads, my fans' - Mikel Landa eyes a special Tour de France start

'These are my roads, my fans' - Mikel Landa eyes a special Tour de France start

With this year's Tour de France starting in the Basque Country, Mikel Landa speaks to Rouleur about what this means to him

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Giro d'Italia Donne 2023 preview - route, contenders and predictions

Giro d'Italia Donne 2023 preview - route, contenders and predictions

The 34th edition of the Giro d'Italia Donne starts this Friday in Chianciano. Can Annemiek van Vleuten defend her title, or will someone else take the...

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From Issue 120: Who is Tadej Pogačar?

From Issue 120: Who is Tadej Pogačar?

The two-time Tour de France champion and multiple Monument winner opens up to Rouleur in a revealing and insightful interview, admitting that he sometimes thinks he is too...

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'Overcome, fight and don't give up' - Inside Elena Bris's recovery from a major crash

'Overcome, fight and don't give up' - Inside Elena Bris's recovery from a major crash

Spanish cyclist Elena Bris had a serious crash in March 2022 and was told by doctors she would never ride again. Through determination, perseverance and...

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Miguel Indurain: The man who can read landscapes

Miguel Indurain: The man who can read landscapes

Rouleur spends two days with Miguel Indurain, a five-times Tour de France winner, for a relaxing cycling trip around La Rioja Alavesa

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Bigger than bike racing: the importance of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift

Bigger than bike racing: the importance of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift

What has the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift done for the future of women’s cycling? Did it live up to expectations? How can we...

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Which teams will have an outfit change for the Tour de France?

Which teams will have an outfit change for the Tour de France?

The one-off jerseys which will be seen at the Basque Country’s Grand Départ

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How sustainable is the Tour de France?

How sustainable is the Tour de France?

The Tour de France is the biggest race in the world, and it is still getting bigger. Rouleur asks if its growth, along with international cycling in general, is...

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‘The sport is growing too quickly for race organisers’ - Ally Wollaston on giving riders a voice, her rise to the top and dreams of rainbows

‘The sport is growing too quickly for race organisers’ - Ally Wollaston on giving riders a voice, her rise to the top and dreams of rainbows

The AG Insurance-Soudal Quick-Step rider has her eyes set on World and Olympic medals, but she’s just as passionate about helping to improve women’s cycling...

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Tour de France 2023 Predictions - Yellow jersey winner, stage victors, the best team and more

Tour de France 2023 Predictions - Yellow jersey winner, stage victors, the best team and more

We make our bets on which riders will reign supreme in the 2023 edition of La Grande Boucle

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What’s in edition 120 of Rouleur?

What’s in edition 120 of Rouleur?

The new Rouleur magazine, the Tours Issue, is now available. Editor Edward Pickering tells us what’s in the magazine

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Racing put into perspective - the Tour de Suisse 2023 in review

Racing put into perspective - the Tour de Suisse 2023 in review

The race and riders paid tribute to Gino Mäder who tragically died following a crash on stage five

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‘I’ve only ever asked for opportunities to race’ - Ben Healy's resilient rise to the top

‘I’ve only ever asked for opportunities to race’ - Ben Healy's resilient rise to the top

Inside the Irishman's turbulent journey from being blindsided as a junior to challenging Tadej Pogačar for victory

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Tour de Suisse Women 2023 preview - Route, predictions and contenders

Tour de Suisse Women 2023 preview - Route, predictions and contenders

As Women’s WorldTour racing kicks off again, is there any beating Demi Vollering?

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Netflix's Tour de France: Unchained - as reviewed by someone who's never seen a bike race

Netflix's Tour de France: Unchained - as reviewed by someone who's never seen a bike race

Golf journalist Will Kent had never seen a minute of bike racing before - so what exactly would he make of the new Netflix series...

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Mattias Skjelmose never gives up

Mattias Skjelmose never gives up

Danish cyclist Mattias Skjelmose has experienced more than most people these past four years. Rouleur talks to him about growing up at high speed

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Gallery: A day on the legendary Mont Ventoux

Gallery: A day on the legendary Mont Ventoux

Photojournalist James Startt was at this year's Mont Ventoux Dénivelé Challenge, capturing one of the toughest one-day races on the calendar 

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‘It’s hard to wrap my head around’ - Derek Gee on his breakthrough Giro, bird-watching, and the next chapter

‘It’s hard to wrap my head around’ - Derek Gee on his breakthrough Giro, bird-watching, and the next chapter

The Canadian rider was a fan favourite during La Corsa Rosa due to his gutsy breakaway attacks and he’s learning to like the newfound fame

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