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Kopecky Favoured to Win Vélo d’Or, but GOAT Vos Has Outside Chance

October 18, 2024 at 2:27 pm4 min reading

Road cycling

The nominations for the 2024 Vélo d’Or were announced on Monday, ten men and ten women competing for the most prestigious individual award in road racing. The prize was created in 1992 by the French Vélo Magazine but only for male riders. A women’s prize…

Niewiadoma Wins Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift After Dramatic Finale on the Alpe d’Huez

August 19, 2024 at 8:36 am3 min reading

Road cycling

Kasia Niewiadoma (Canyon-SRAM) won the 2024 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift (TdFF) by a scant 4 seconds over defending champion and pre-race favorite Demi Vollering (SD Worx-Protime), when she rode what amounted to a time trial up the iconic Alpe d’Huez. Pauliena Rooijakers (Fenix-Deceuninck)…

Charlotte Kool Wins Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift Stage 1 and Celebrates “Best Day of My Life”

August 13, 2024 at 10:16 am3 min reading

Road cycling

Charlotte Kool won the biggest victory of her career by sprinting the fastest on Monday’s stage 1 of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift (TdFF) and became the race’s first holder of the yellow jersey. The dsm-firmenich PostNL rider benefitted from a stroke of…

Kristen Faulkner’s Spectacular Solo Attack Secures Gold at Paris 2024

August 5, 2024 at 9:17 am4 min reading

Road cycling

In a thrilling and unpredictable race at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, Kristen Faulkner delivered a stunning solo attack to clinch the gold medal in the women’s road race. Her bold move, executed just three kilometres from the finish line, caught the top contenders by…

Lorena Wiebes Dominates RideLondon Classique 2024: Key Highlights and Takeaways

May 27, 2024 at 2:55 pm5 min reading

Road cycling

In a thrilling climax in London on Sunday, May 26th, Lorena Wiebes of SD Worx-Protime claimed victory in the final stage of the 2024 RideLondon Classique, securing her dominance by winning all three stages — just like she did last year!

“It’s a shame for Lorena, but I’m happy with this victory,” Marianne Vos Clinches Amstel Gold Race

April 15, 2024 at 7:24 am3 min reading

Road cycling

In a thrilling conclusion to the Amstel Gold Race, Marianne Vos of Visma-Lease a Bike emerged victorious, capitalizing on a premature celebration by rival Lorena Wiebes of SD Worx-Protime. The race, which was marked by an early accident causing a temporary halt, saw Vos execute…

Kopecky Reaches Another Pinnacle and Lays Claim to Being the World’s Best

February 16, 2024 at 8:10 am4 min reading

Road cycling

Who wins track world championships like Filippo Ganna, road race world championships like Mathieu van der Poel, leads out like Danny van Poppel and climbs like Wout van Aert? Here’s a clue: it’s not a rider of the male persuasion.

2023 in Review: Highlights of the Women’s Professional Road Cycling Season

December 29, 2023 at 4:05 pm5 min reading

Road cycling

Another gripping chapter unfolded in women’s professional cycling in 2023, with standout performances, memorable victories, and the rise of new talents leaving their mark on the sport. Demi Vollering from SD Worx emerged as a dominant force, clinching numerous victories across prestigious races, while other…

Queens of the Road: A Spotlight on the Top Women Cyclists of 2023

December 10, 2023 at 5:39 pm6 min reading

Road cycling

The 2023 women’s cycling season unfolded with a dynamic blend of talent, resilience, and thrilling race moments. Beyond a collection of races — it was truly a stage where athletes showcased their grit, determination, and distinctive styles. Over the last 12 months, the peloton witnessed the…

Laporte and Bredewold Find Gold in European Championships

September 25, 2023 at 10:26 am4 min reading

Road cycling

France’s veteran rider Christophe Laporte and 23-year-old Mischa Bredewold of the Netherlands parlayed daring solo escapes into gold medals in their respective road races in this weekend’s UEC Road European Championships in the Dutch province of Drenthe.