“It’s his ultimate weapon…” – Dylan van Baarle on what makes Mathieu van der Poel one of the very best in the peloton
Mathieu van der Poel is a physiologically gifted rider, however his technical ability on the bike is perhaps…
Van der Poel would have a chance
Cancellara also noted an intriguing element of Pogacar’s 2026 season: a lighter racing calendar than in previous…
“Mathieu is better off focusing on other races” – Christoph Roodhooft explains why Van der Poel skips Strade Bianche against likes of Pogacar and Pidcock
For Alpecin-Premier Tech, the conclusion is straightforward: the Dutchman’s focus is better placed elsewhere in the Classics…
How you adapt to having a big favourite like Tadej Pogacar…
Strade Bianche is one of the most difficult races on the calendar with its steep climbs and descents;…
“If you run into Pidcock or Pogacar at 100% it would be very hard” – Roodhooft explains why Mathieu van der Poel avoids Strade Bianche showdown
For Alpecin-Premier Tech, the conclusion is straightforward: the Dutchman’s focus is better placed elsewhere in the Classics…
UCI Rankings Team Update | Visma Lease a Bike rockets into top 10 as Brennan and Jorgenson fuel massive surge
This week’s update features points scored in stage races Giro di Sardegna and one-day races Omloop Nieuwsblad, Kuurne…
Sean Kelly frustrated by Van der Poel’s opponent handing over Omloop victory on a silver plate
The traditionally chaotic and open race therefore quickly turned into a race of waiting for inevitable –…
‘Maybe he’s not the idiot’” – Oliver Naesen recalls moment he knew Van der Poel would win Omloop
It was not what Van der Poel said that struck him most. It was how he said…
“You don’t have to apologise for riding with the god of cycling”
Oliver Naesen crashed at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, meaning he was unable to ride for a result himself —…
“You don’t see that growth as quickly with today’s 20-year-olds”
Mathieu van der Poel delivered a perfect first impression at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad. In his debut at the…
“Already more than good enough” – Mathieu van der Poel skips Kuurne after Omloop win as Alpecin prioritise control over risk
Form proven, risk unnecessary There had been genuine uncertainty on Saturday evening. Van der Poel himself admitted…
Pundits discuss a nervous opening weekend and the search for safety solutions
José De Cauwer agreed with the positive assessment of the racing but also pointed out some of…