Japanese TT championship runner-up Sano to Farense Vini team
Big chance for Nippo team rider to shine in bigger races Two years after it signed up the-then national champion Takashi Miyazawa, the Farnese Vini team has inked a deal with another Japanese rider, Junay Sano. The 30 year old […]
Gesink considering Giro d’Italia debut in 2013
Different approach for Dutch climber? Robert Gesink has joined the list of big names who could end up disputing the Tour of Italy next season, with the Rabobank rider considering joining the likes of Bradley Wiggins in the pre-Tour event. […]
Giro d’Italia to start in Ireland in 2014?
Grand Tour cycling could return to northern European island Fourteen years after the Tour de France started in Dublin, a plan to host the beginning of the 2014 Giro d’italia in Ireland is currently being considered by officials in Northern […]
Dowsett moves to Movistar from Team Sky
National TT title holder goes to Spanish team Double British time trial champion Alex Dowsett is leaving Team Sky after two years with the team, signing a contract to compete with the Movistar squad in 2013. The Essex rider has […]
Freire speaks out about doping in cycling, says riders are ultimately responsible
“If many had thought like me, cycling would be different” The recently-retired Oscar Freire has spoken of his disappointment with the Armstrong case and the way it has affected how cycling is perceived, saying that those who dope have made […]
De Jongh speaks about turning to doping in letter of admission
“This admission has been a big shock to my girlfriend, family and friends” Confirmed today as leaving Team Sky as a result of the zero tolerance policy to past transgressions as regards doping substances, directeur sportif Steven de Jongh has […]
Omega Pharma Quick Step signs young climbing talent as Verona comes on board
Belgian squad building towards the future It’s already got the world’s top time trialist Tony Martin on board and, as of January 1st, will have the best sprinter in Mark Cavendish. The Omega Pharma Quick Step team is looking to […]
Colombian Ospina secures WorldTour contract with Movistar team
Squad aiming to bring young climber to success Encouraged by the strong showing of Nairo Quintana this year, who took results such as victory in the Vuelta a Murcia and a stage in the Critérium du Dauphiné, the Movistar team […]
Reimer comes out of retirement with MTN-Qhubeka
German returns after one year out of the sport Team MTN-Qhubeka today announced the signing of Martin Reimer. The German retired from the sport in 2011 at the age of 24 after riding for Skil-Shimano. It came as a surprise […]
The stolen chances: Brad McGee speaks about racing clean in a dirty era
‘The more I think about it, the more it makes me mad as hell’ Australian rider Brad McGee has spoken out about racing in the same era as the Lance Armstrong/US Postal domination, saying that he believes his chances of […]
