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Roglič Gains on O’Connor as Castrillo Bobs and Weaves His Way to 2nd Stage Win

September 2, 2024 at 1:50 pm4 min reading

Road cycling

Ever since Red Bull–BORA–Hansgrohe made a huge tactical mistake on stage 6 of the 2024 Vuelta a España by letting Ben O’Connor (AG2R Decathlon La Mondiale) escape on a long breakaway and take the red jersey off the shoulders of Primož Roglič while also taking…

The La Vuelta Symbols You Never Knew

September 1, 2024 at 6:49 am5 min reading

Road cycling

La Vuelta symbols are well recognised and beloved, and although they are not as famous as those of the Tour de France, they are still part of the cycling mythos. So, let’s have a look at La Vuelta’s symbols, their story, and their meaning.

Tackle A Route Made By Alberto Contador: Explore Madrid’s Anillo Verde and La Rioja’s Wine Region

September 1, 2024 at 6:31 am4 min reading

Road cycling

To celebrate La Vuelta a España, let’s take a look at two of the most culturally and historically important regions of the country of Spain – the capital city of Madrid and La Rioja, one of the least populated but most beautiful parts of the…

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Van Aert Wins Third Vuelta Stage and Takes Control of the Škoda Green Jersey Race

August 30, 2024 at 4:36 pm3 min reading

Road cycling

Wout van Aert is definitely back to his best form. Visma–Lease a Bike’s superstar all-rounder proved that on stage 10 of the Vuelta a España, when he was the instigator and driving force of a long breakaway that was allowed by the peloton to reach…

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George Bennett Reflects on Challenging Vuelta a España Breakaway: ‘It was horrible, no one helped us’

August 29, 2024 at 6:02 am3 min reading

Road cycling

George Bennett expressed both admiration for his teammates and frustration over the dynamics of a challenging breakaway during stage 11 of the Vuelta a España. Despite the concerted efforts of his team, Israel-Premier Tech, which included himself, Marco Frigo, Matthew Riccitello, and Corbin Strong, Bennett’s…

Dunbar on Vuelta Stage Win: “I gambled and backed my finish”

August 29, 2024 at 5:48 am3 min reading

Road cycling

Eddie Dunbar clinched a stunning victory in stage 11 of the Vuelta a España, making a daring move in the final kilometre to secure his first-ever Grand Tour stage win. The Jayco-AlUla cyclist broke away from the lead group just before the finish, leaving his…

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Van Aert Leads Dramatic Škoda Green Jersey Race with Few Sprint Finishes Remaining

August 26, 2024 at 3:23 pm3 min reading

Road cycling

For a Vuelta with only one stage designated as “flat,” the race for the Škoda Green Jersey has so far provided a lot of excitement, almost as much as the race for the race leader’s red jersey.

O’Connor Leads Vuelta as Yates Wins First Big Mountain Stage with Long Solo Ride

August 26, 2024 at 8:33 am3 min reading

Road cycling

Adam Yates single-handedly revived the GC fortunes of UAE Team Emirates, after teammate João Almeida was forced to abandon the Vuelta a España because of Covid, by winning Sunday’s stage 9 with a magisterial solo ride of more than 68km.

Exploring Galicia and the La Vuelta Route: An Insider’s Guide with Kasia Niewiadoma

August 23, 2024 at 2:32 pm4 min reading

Road cycling

La Vuelta a España is renowned for its challenging routes, often featuring numerous gruelling climbs. The 2024 edition has continued this tradition with nine summit finishes, including both iconic ascents like Lagos de Covadonga and newer, daunting climbs such as El Purche and Cuitu Negru.…

Why You Shouldn’t Fuel Like the Pros at La Vuelta

August 23, 2024 at 2:12 pm3 min reading

Health & Training

Professional cyclists consume a lot of calories to fuel their big efforts during stage races like La Vuelta. It can be tempting as an amateur to try and copy what they do in order to ride faster for longer. Let’s take a look at how…

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Roglič Gains on O’Connor as Castrillo Bobs and Weaves His Way to 2nd Stage Win

The La Vuelta Symbols You Never Knew

Tackle A Route Made By Alberto Contador: Explore Madrid’s Anillo Verde and La Rioja’s Wine Region

Van Aert Wins Third Vuelta Stage and Takes Control of the Škoda Green Jersey Race

George Bennett Reflects on Challenging Vuelta a España Breakaway: ‘It was horrible, no one helped us’

Dunbar on Vuelta Stage Win: “I gambled and backed my finish”

Van Aert Leads Dramatic Škoda Green Jersey Race with Few Sprint Finishes Remaining

O’Connor Leads Vuelta as Yates Wins First Big Mountain Stage with Long Solo Ride

Exploring Galicia and the La Vuelta Route: An Insider’s Guide with Kasia Niewiadoma

Why You Shouldn’t Fuel Like the Pros at La Vuelta

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