Multiple captains for Omega Pharma Quick Step team in Amstel Gold Race
Kwiatkowski, Terpstra, Velits and Meersman to work together for best possible result Much has been said about the chances of Peter Sagan (Cannondale Pro Cycling) and Philippe Gilbert (BMC Racing Team), two riders who are clearly in form, for tomorrow’s […]
Bozic undergoes operation, will be out for weeks with wrist fracture
In form Astana rider crashed in Paris-Roubaix Slovenian national road race champion Borut Bozic had some very promising results this spring, with his solid form earning him second in both the Dwars door Vlaanderen and Gent-Wevelgem, but his momentum has […]
Gilbert believes he’ll hit peak form just in time for Ardennes Classics
World champion ready to battle ‘phenomenon’ Sagan He was mastered by Peter Sagan this week in the Brabantse Pijl race and had to be content with second at the finish, but Philippe Gilbert still believes that his form is coming […]
Vanendert vying to repeat podium finish in Amstel Gold Race
2012 runner up lacks recent racing, but says training sensations are good Second last year to Enrico Gasparotto in the Amstel Gold Race, edging out Peter Sagan for the runner-up slot, Jelle Vanendert is gunning for another big result in […]
Craig Lewis sidelined due to fractured elbow, Traksel also out of action
Champion System riders hit by injuries Craig Lewis is facing a setback to his season, with the American rider facing an undetermined break from racing after crashing and fracturing his right elbow on Wednesday. The Champion System rider fell on […]
Video: MTN Qhubeka releases stirring documentary into team’s early success
Tirreno Adriatico and Milan-Sanremo races covered in first installment Several weeks after its superb and unexpected victory in Milan-Sanremo, the MTN Qhubeka team has released the first episode of a documentary into the squad. Over eighteen minutes in length, the […]
Argos Shimano team names pre-selection for first-ever Giro d’Italia
Degenkolb heads thirteen rider shortlist for upcoming Grand Tour As the countdown continues until the May 4th start of the Giro d’Italia, the Argos Shimano team has announced the name of the thirteen riders who are in contention for the […]
UCI postpones introduction of controversial rule relating to unsanctioned events
USA Cycling president Steve Johnson said strict enforcement ‘will have unintended and undesirable consequences’ Reacting to strong protests about the enforcement of Article 1.2.019 of the UCI regulations, namely a rule about licence holders participating in unsanctioned events, the UCI […]
Amstel Gold Race director Van Vliet claims changes to route will make race a better one
Former pro says Classic will be more open as a result Long known for the distinctive finish on the top of the Cauberg, a final ramp to the line which has seen many explosive battles in the final kilometre of […]
Armstrong sells home but says he’ll remain in Austin
Texan facing multiple lawsuits It’s not known if the sale is a reflection of the financial pressure he is facing with legal fees and multiple lawsuits, but Lance Armstrong has sold off the house and 1.7 acre estate it is […]
