“By winning the Giro he moves ahead even of Pogacar” – Italian media frame Jonas Vingegaard’s 2026 decision as calculated legacy play
At the heart of that argument is the rivalry with Tadej Pogacar. “By winning the Giro, he…
“My strongest years are coming”
In the space of a week, Thymen Arensman became a genuine fan favourite. With two stage wins in…
Matxin reveals Jhonatan Narváez to be UAE’s last Giro d’Italia rider
UAE Team Emirates – XRG manager Joxean Matxin has provided an update on the health status of Ecuadorian…
A lack of talent, I guess
Joshua Tarling is starting his 2026 season at the UAE Tour this Monday and will be a big…
“It was a tough period. It completely consumes you” – Derek Gee on transfer uncertainty, pressure and a reset that reshaped his Lidl-Trek move
Momentum had finally arrived, then suddenly paused. What followed was not noise or drama, but something quieter…
“I would really like him to get another stage race in before the Giro” – Danish expert questions Jonas Vingegaard’s reduced 2026 schedule after UAE Tour cancellation
That context is now driving debate inside Denmark about whether the schedule still leaves enough room to…
“Interviews showed we were close to cracking him”; Visma
For many riders, the new season is starting to gather pace — and that automatically applies to sports…
“There is not much left” – Nairo Quintana hints at retirement as Giro and Vuelta champion reaches career crossroads
Instead, his comments point to a rider weighing how, and when, the final chapter should be written.…
Fernando Gaviria reveals he nearly retired before Caja Rural lifeline
The decision to continue was largely influenced by his family. “I talked about it with my wife…
When you ride in a peloton for three weeks, suddenly different rules apply
It was revealed to CyclingUpToDate on Team Visma | Lease a Bike’s media day that Bart Lemmen was…
“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…