“The team trusted me even before Simon Yates retired” – Visma’s new Italian climbing force no quick fix for Yates-sized Giro gap
That distinction matters. Because Piganzoli is not being rushed into anything. He is not being positioned as…
I don’t think I’m fundamental to him winning a Tour
Both riders will have a secondary lineup supporting their GC ambitions. Positioning will be key with an experienced…
What Happens When You Eat a Pro Cyclist’s High-Carb Race-Day Diet
9 min read Professional bicycle racing is a very demanding sport. Elite road cyclists spend several hours on…
Jonathan Milan swaps Tour de France for Giro d’Italia in 2026
“That is not difficult for me,” Milan told IDLProCycling when asked about conceding his Tour spot. “I…
Sepp Kuss says Simon Yates’ retirement is strangely not so surprising and warns about Vingegaard
Sepp Kuss didn’t necessarily see Simon Yates’ decision to retire coming, but the Visma | Lease a Bike…
“There is a clear difference” – Visma soldier contrasts Simon Yates-led Giro with Jonas Vingegaard’s 2026 ambition
Visma’s Giro in 2025 ended in success. Yates delivered the overall victory, validating the team’s decision to…
Lidl – Trek give Derek Gee-West season (and jersey) update
Good news sports fans! Osgoode, Ont.’s Derek Gee-West will finally be back in action. On Wednesday, his new…
“I have nothing to prove; I do it for me” – Jai Hindley opens up on pressure, super teams and surviving cycling’s brutal new era
Hindley believes that the level of modern cycling has risen dramatically and continues to do so. “Every…
Italian talent eyes career step up at the Giro d’Italia
When asked about his schedule for the upcoming season, Germani confirmed that it will look very similar…
“I still have 60 race days… I’d love to win one-day races like Tadej, but right now it’s not possible” – Jonas Vingegaard hits back at criticism of four-race 2026 calendar
The structure of his season is built around one overriding target. Winning the Tour de France again.…
I’m better off just surviving that little climb
He has revealed what his schedule will be looking like: “The Opening Weekend, Tirreno [Adriatico], [Milano] Sanremo, possibly…
“I’ve worn the pink jersey at the Giro, Jonas hasn’t yet” – But Visma’s new signing won’t be part of Vingegaard’s support squad until the Tour de France
So while Vingegaard chases the maglia rosa for the first time, one of Visma’s most experienced new…