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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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Mastering the mind: Remco Evenepoel’s battle against distractions on the road to the Tour de France

Mastering the mind: Remco Evenepoel’s battle against distractions on the road to the Tour de France

The Belgian rider opens up about his drop in confidence, media stories, and learning how to deal with external distractions as he aims for the yellow...

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'I know what works for me': How Adam Yates achieved his best season yet

'I know what works for me': How Adam Yates achieved his best season yet

The British rider had an impressive season in 2023. He sat down with Rouleur to share what's different and what this means for the upcoming...

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'Life is full of snakes on every level': Thibau Nys is letting nothing stop him reach the very top

'Life is full of snakes on every level': Thibau Nys is letting nothing stop him reach the very top

The deep-thinking Belgian is still figuring out what kind of rider he really is, but is determined to be the best

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Thriving, smiling, and the art of not giving a f*** - Mads Pedersen is doing things his way

Thriving, smiling, and the art of not giving a f*** - Mads Pedersen is doing things his way

The Dane doesn't hold back as he tells Rouleur about his Monument dreams, despising (most) of social media, and waking up happy

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'Cycling is not just about the Tour de France': Tadej Pogačar sets sights on Giro d'Italia in year of 'new challenges'

'Cycling is not just about the Tour de France': Tadej Pogačar sets sights on Giro d'Italia in year of 'new challenges'

The Slovenian outlines his ambitious 2024, which will still see him try to wrestle back the yellow jersey in July

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Mark Cavendish: 'I'm carrying on because I’m happy, loving the sport, just how I started'

Mark Cavendish: 'I'm carrying on because I’m happy, loving the sport, just how I started'

The Manxman heads into an unexpected 2024 season with nothing to lose, but history to make

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Moving forward: Tao Geoghegan Hart's new chapter at Lidl-Trek

Moving forward: Tao Geoghegan Hart's new chapter at Lidl-Trek

After spending much of 2023 recovering from the injury he suffered at the Giro, Geoghegan Hart tells Rouleur why he's spent no time reflecting on...

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'Cycling has changed my life. My family’s, too' - The unyielding journey of Negasi Haylu Abreha

'Cycling has changed my life. My family’s, too' - The unyielding journey of Negasi Haylu Abreha

Negasi Haylu Abreha is a racer for the Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, but none of the challenges of being a professional cyclist compare to the ordeal...

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Inside the Tour de France Paris auditorium full of jeopardy and opportunity

Inside the Tour de France Paris auditorium full of jeopardy and opportunity

Riders and team managers react to two bold and interesting Tour routes

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Crowd pleasers: The good guys get their moment at the Vuelta a España

Crowd pleasers: The good guys get their moment at the Vuelta a España

Wout Poels won stage 20 after holding off stage favourite Remco Evenepoel

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Sliding doors: Alberto Dainese picks the right path

Sliding doors: Alberto Dainese picks the right path

One, two, three tumble - but one survives to triumph on Vuelta a España stage 19

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Unforeseen drama: Jonas Vingegaard stakes major claim for Vuelta leadership after devastating attack

Unforeseen drama: Jonas Vingegaard stakes major claim for Vuelta leadership after devastating attack

The Tour de France winner took over a minute out of his Jumbo-Visma teammate and race leader Sepp Kuss after attacking early on the final...

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