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Red Bull sets targets on road cycling with BORA-hansgrohe takeover

February 12, 2024January 4, 2024 by Rory McAllister

Red Bull appears to be targeting road cycling as its next major sporting conquest after reports the company has acquired a controlling 51% stake in the BORA-hansgrohe team were confirmed by Austria’s Federal Competition Authority (FCA).

The move will come as a surprise to few cycling insiders following the energy drinks company’s reported involvement in the move that brought Slovenian superstar Primož Roglič to BORA-hansgrohe on a multi-year deal at the close of the 2023 season.

The collapsed Soudal-Visma merger: What went wrong, and what happens now?

October 25, 2023October 12, 2023 by Jessy Carveth

The cycling world was sent into a frenzy last month as rumors swirled of a mega-merger between two of the sport’s top teams, Jumbo-Visma and Soudal Quick-Step.

That all came tumbling down in the last week, and the merger between the two teams has reportedly been called off.

Pogačar completes historic hat-trick at Il Lombardia with epic solo attack

October 9, 2023October 7, 2023 by Ben Gibbons

Tadej Pogačar of UAE Team Emirates made history by securing his third consecutive Giro di Lombardia victory with a remarkable solo performance.

Il Lombardia is the final opportunity for riders to make their mark before the season concludes, and Pogačar did just that, beating a stellar field of experienced riders.

Primož Roglič completes seismic BORA-hansgrohe transfer

October 25, 2023October 6, 2023 by Rory McAllister

Primož Roglič has officially signed for BORA-hansgrohe on a two-year deal, ending speculation over his future following confirmation of his decision to leave Jumbo-Visma earlier this week.

Primož Roglič confirms shock Jumbo-Visma exit with Ineos and BORA-hansgrohe rumors swirling

January 4, 2024October 2, 2023 by Quentin Deby

Primož Roglič has confirmed rumors he will depart the all-conquering Jumbo-Visma outfit at the end of this season, sparking feverish competition between the teams vying for his signature.

Controversial Rumors of Jumbo-Visma Soudal-QuickStep Merger Rock Cycling

November 3, 2023September 27, 2023 by Quentin Deby

The renowned cycling website WielerFlits dropped a bombshell on Sunday evening with a breaking report that Soudal-QuickStep is working on a merger deal with Jumbo-Visma to create a new cycling superteam.

Talks between the teams have been ongoing since mid-July, with Jumbo-Visma and Soudal-QuickStep being combined for the start of the 2024 season under the name Soudal-Visma or Visma-Soudal.

The Jumbo-Visma Juggernaut: Secrets Behind The 2023 Clean Sweep

January 31, 2024September 22, 2023 by Quentin Deby

Jumbo-Visma managed to win all three Grand Tours in the same year, with three different riders claiming victory in the Giro d’Italia, the Tour de France, and the Vuelta a España. Not even the dominant Team Sky achieved such a feat back in their heyday.

So, what exactly drives their consistent success?

Sepp Kuss: America’s New Cycling Idol

November 27, 2023September 19, 2023 by Quentin Deby

It’s been a full ten years, but America can finally celebrate having a Grand Tour champion once more.

This past Sunday, Sepp Kuss clinched victory at the Vuelta a España, earning the honor of being the first American to win such a prestigious cycling race since Chris Horner’s win in 2013.

Vuelta a España 2023: Wout Poels Denies Evenepoel in Gripping Stage 20 Finish

September 17, 2023September 16, 2023 by Dom Smith

Wout Poels (Bahrain Victorious) wrestled victory from Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step) in a fabulous sprint finish at the end of Stage 20 of La Vuelta a Espanā 2023.

Vuelta a España 2023: Sepp Kuss Protected as Evenepoel Shines in Stage 18 Solo Win

January 3, 2024September 14, 2023 by Ben Gibbons

A resilient and determined Remco Evenepoel dominated the day, conquering each summit as it arose, sealing the KOM competition atop La Cruz de Linares.

However, the biggest question hanging over the day after the Stage 17 drama was whether Sepp Kuss’ red jersey would be attacked by his Jumbo-Visma teammates, Jonas Vingegaard and Primož Roglič.

Vuelta a España 2023, Stage 17: Angliru Delivers High Drama as Kuss Clings to Red Jersey by a Thread

November 21, 2023September 13, 2023 by Rory McAllister

Sepp Kuss clawed his way back to defend his red jersey by seconds after being dropped by Jumbo-Visma teammates Jonas Vingegaard and Primož Roglič on the savage gradients and swirling fog of the Altu de L’Angliru.

Vuelta A España 2023: Vingegaard’s Win on Stage 16 Throws Red Jersey Battle Wide Open

September 13, 2023September 12, 2023 by Quentin Deby

Stage 16 of the Vuelta a España was characterized by blistering speeds, strategic decisions, and emotionally charged moments.

As the riders embarked on the route, they were met with varying weather conditions – from torrential downpours to brief spells of dryness. All eyes were on Jumbo-Visma’s trio and the UAE Team’s tactics for their General Classification contenders.

Vuelta A España 2023: Jonas Vingegaard Reigns Supreme In Jumbo-Visma Stage 13 Masterclass

September 22, 2023September 8, 2023 by Ben Gibbons

Jonas Vingegaard crossed the line in first, laying down a dazzling performance in his favorite playing ground, the high mountains. It seems rather fitting that the champion of the Tour de France won an emphatic victory on a day that the Vuelta a España climbed an iconic French climb, the Col du Tourmalet. Shortly after … Read more

Vuelta a España 2023: Trademark Ganna Wins Stage 10 Time Trial

September 6, 2023September 5, 2023 by Dom Smith

Time trial specialist Filippo Ganna blew away the rest of the field with a trademark time-trial display to win Stage 10 of the Vuelta a España 2023. After a day of rest in the legs of the riders, the pan-flat route for this stage promised speed with only one 600 m climb. So it was … Read more

Vuelta a España 2023: Kämna Dominates Stage 9 amid Echelons and Muddy Climbs

September 4, 2023September 3, 2023 by Quentin Deby

In an electrifying day of racing during Stage 9 of Vuelta A España, from Cartagena to Collado de la Cruz de Caravaca, the echelons caused by crosswinds and the challenging final climb had spectators riveted.

Lennard Kämna of Team BORA-Hansgrohe executed a perfect breakaway strategy, culminating in a thrilling stage win after managing to fend off the determined Sobrero.

The day was rife with strategic moves as teams such as Jumbo-Visma and Soudal Quickstep sought to take advantage of the early echelons.

Vuelta a España 2023: Primož Roglič Outsprints Evenepoel In Exciting Finish To Stage 8

February 15, 2024September 2, 2023 by Jack Gazeley

Three-time Vuelta a España winner Primož Roglič pipped Remco Evenepoel to the punch in a seven-man sprint after Jumbo-Visma once again exerted their domination in the mountains.

Vuelta A España 2023: Sepp Kuss Wins Stage 6 in Thrilling Return to the Mountains

September 19, 2023August 31, 2023 by Jack Gazeley

America’s Sepp Kuss (Jumbo-Visma) took Stage 6 of the Vuelta a España after a powerful attack on the Arcos de las Salinas climb propelled him beyond the rest of a large breakaway group.

Pain & Glory: A Brief History of the Vuelta a España

August 31, 2023August 31, 2023 by Dom Smith

Coming at the end of the racing season amid high humidity and stifling temperatures, you could be forgiven for thinking fans and cycling teams alike must have run out of energy to make the Vuelta a España exciting.

One look at the history of the Vuelta a España shows nothing could be further from the truth.

Vuelta a España 2023 Start List: Teams + Riders In Full

September 19, 2023August 25, 2023 by Ben Gibbons

The Vuelta a España 2023 start list has a star-studded lineup, with certain teams arriving with depth, experience, and talent – while others will be arriving with a slightly underwhelming set of riders for the race.

Beginner’s Guide to the Vuelta a España 2023: Everything You Need To Know

September 11, 2023August 17, 2023 by Quentin Deby

This year, the Vuelta a España 2023 promises another exhilarating chapter in its storied journey, with heart-pounding climbs, lightning-fast sprints, and strategies that can make or break a season. Ready for the ride?

Vuelta a España Favorites: Who Will Win the Red Jersey in 2023?

February 15, 2024August 16, 2023 by Rory McAllister

With the Vuelta a España 2023 just weeks away, attention is inevitably turning to the red-hot favorites for the maillot rojo (red jersey).

The Vuelta may be considered the least prestigious of the cycling calendar’s three Grand Tours, but there’s a whispered sense among cycling insiders that it’s set to shrug off that position to be the most thrilling General Classification battle of the season.

Vuelta a España Winners: The Complete Guide

August 31, 2023August 15, 2023 by Rory McAllister

Looking to brush up on your Vuelta a España winners’ history before the 2023 edition kicks off in Barcelona on August 26th?

We’ve got you covered!

Winner Takes All: The 5 Most Dramatic Finishes in Tour de France History

June 19, 2023June 17, 2023 by David Lavery

Even after three weeks of racing and a few thousand kilometers in the legs, sprinkled with some of the most vertiginous climbs known to man, the Tour de France can be settled by just a handful of seconds.

With the Tour de France 2023 just coming into view, let’s take a look at the 5 most dramatic finishes in Tour de France history.

Tour de France Favorites: Who Will Win the Yellow Jersey in 2023?

September 19, 2023June 16, 2023 by Rory McAllister

With the Tour de France 2023 just one month away, attention is inevitably turning to the red-hot favorites for the yellow jersey.

15 Most Iconic Moments in Tour de France History

November 28, 2023June 14, 2023 by Quentin Deby

From the grueling ascents to the perilous descents, from breathtaking victories to heartbreaking losses, the Tour de France has provided the world with some of the most dramatic moments in sports history.

With the 2023 Tour de France on the horizon, we’re going to take you on a remarkable journey, filled with pivotal breakthroughs and legendary clashes, covering the 15 Most Iconic Moments in Tour de France History.

Giro d’Italia 2023: Stage-by-Stage Recap

January 29, 2024June 2, 2023 by Jack Gazeley

This Giro d’Italia 2023 began on the Adriatic coast and finished in Rome, the first time in the Italian capital since 2018.

The three-week race covered 3,448 km along the beautiful Italian coastline, along rolling hills, and most importantly, over 51,000 m up some of the most brutal climbs in Europe.

Ultimate Giro d’Italia 2023 Preview: Route, Teams, and More

January 29, 2024May 2, 2023 by Quentin Deby

Get ready for an exciting and unpredictable journey as the Giro d’Italia 2023 kicks off in the Abruzzo region of Italy on Saturday, 6 May.

As one of the three Grand Tours, the Giro d’Italia 2023 is renowned for its grueling multi-stage endurance race, featuring the world’s top cyclists competing for the prestigious pink jersey (maglia rosa).