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Column One
May 21, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily




Giro d'Italia: McNulty wins from the break on Lombardia-style stage 15

By

"American outsprints Healy, Frigo to claim first Giro victory."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 1









Waiting for the moment - Primoz Roglic bides time at Giro d'Italia

By

"Jumbo Visma content with the lie of the land ahead of race's final week."
By Barry Ryan (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images) - 1






Pinot, Armstrong in spat with Vaughters after Tweet praising Ben Healy

(stickybottle.com)

"Grand Tours tend to throw up unusual twists and turns, but a Twitter spat between Jonathan Vaughters, Thibaut Pinot and Lance Armstrong was a twist we didn’t see coming."
(stickybottle.com) (Credits not Found) - 1







Giro d'Italia stage 15 preview - An up and down day in Lombardy

Words:

"Will this be an opportunity for the GC contenders to attack?"
Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photos: RCS Sport - 1






Lefevere shrugs off Evenepoel's Ineos rumors: "If Ineos wants to try to sign him, I wish them luck!"

By

"The rumors has been around for quite some time."
By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: ERIC LALMANDBELGA MAGAFP via Getty Images - cyclingnews.com)









Who is Derek Gee? Giro d’Italia sensation is a track Olympian with birds on the brain

By

"Canadian completes hat trick of second-places in breakout grand tour debut: 'Coming into this Giro, I thought I had no chance, I was just trying to survive.'"
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 1










2023 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed

(cycling.today)

"Giro d’Italia 2023 May 6-28, Italy.

Stage 15 (Seregno Bergamo, 195km) Sunday, May 21st.

Video starts at 11:30am CET, 5:30am Eastern, 2:30am Pacific.

Finish at around 5:15pm CET (11:15am Eastern), 8:15am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 2:30am Pacific."

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Column Two
May 21, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Merlier takes final stage as Grégoire wins 4 Jours de Dunkerque

By

"Belgian champion outsprints Blikra and Bol on final stage."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: DAVID PINTENSBelgaAFP via Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 2






Danny van Poppel wins Rund um Köln

By

"Dutchman outsprints Menten and De Buyst from a reduced group."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com - 2









Of course Jonathan Vaughters had to say something about Thibaut Pinot’s breakaway outburst

By

"You know it's a rest day coming when the peloton's all on on Twitter."
By Terry McKall (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Getty Images Sport - cyclingnews.com) - 2






Loss of leader's jersey a sign of 'control, not weakness', says Ineos DS

(sbs.com.au)

"Ineos Grenadiers directeur sportif Matteo Tosatto insists the decision for Geraint Thomas to relinquish the maglia rosa was one borne out of control, not weakness."
(sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 2






A month after collapsing, Matthews rises from pain overload to podium

By

"The 32-year-old admits he didn’t expect to win stage three of the Giro after suffering a 2½-centimeter quadriceps tear, torn knee and sprained ankle that forced him into a wheelchair and saw him collapse in front of his wife just over a month earlier."
By Sophie Smith smh.com.au (Image credit: Getty Images) - 2






Giro d’Italia Pro Bike: Ben Healy’s aero, tie-dye Cannondale Supersix Evo Lab71

Words:

"Is this the coolest paint job in the peloton?"
Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photos: James Startt - 2






Join the dots! Check out the Enve Melee with a Black Magic Paint custom finish

By

"For those watching in color, this one’s in black and white... equipped with Enve components and accessories."
By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 2









2023 Four Days of Dunkirk/4 Jours de Dunkerque Live

(cyclingfans.com)

"2023 4 Jours de Dunkerque May 16-21, France.

Stage 6 (Avion Dunkerque, 182.6km) Sunday, May 21st.

Live video from 2:20pm CET (8:30am Eastern), 5:30am Pacific.

Finish at around 4:20pm CET (10:20am Eastern), 7:20am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 5:30am Pacific."

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Column Three
May 21, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Tom Danielson undergoes amputation of finger in cancer fight

By

"Former pro recovering from surgery and shares his journey via social media and a new podcast."
By Andrew Hood (velonews.com via uksport.news) (screenshot) - 3







Vollering takes queen stage and overall victory at Vuelta a Burgos Feminas

By

"Dutchwoman dominant at Lagunas de Neila to take SD Worx's 24th and 25th wins of 2023."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com - 3






"I wanted to see how fast I could go" - Demi Vollering dominates at the Vuelta a Burgos Feminas

By

"The brilliant Demi Vollering continued her incredible run of dominance in 2023, claiming a stunning stage win of the final day of racing at the Vuelta a Burgos Feminas and securing the overall race win."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com - 3






Marthe Truyen wins the first-ever Antwerp Port Epic Ladies

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"Belgian outsprints Koch and Cordon-Ragot for first pro win."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: DIRK WAEMBELGA MAGAFP via Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 3










Mark Cavendish expected to announce retirement at the end of the season

By

"Manxman to use tomorrow's rest day to announce retirement."
By Stephen Puddicombe (cyclingweekly.com) (Photo by Zac Williams/SWpix.com - road.cc) - 3






Energy management or lost opportunity: Could GC contenders regret riding conservatively at the Giro d'Italia?

Words:

"As the final week looms, will the pink jersey contenders rue their decisions not to take on the race earlier?"
Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photo: ZW Photography - 3






Vitus Venon EVO-RS Force AXS All-Road

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"Great interpretation of 'all-road' - exceptional performance and handling whatever the terrain."
By Stu Kerton (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 3






Bookshelf: Le Loop - How to Cycle the Tour de France

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"Le Loop” is a UK-based organization that brings amateur cyclists to France each year for the opportunity to ride the route of that year’s Tour, in whole or in part, a week before the pros come through."
By Leslie Reissner (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 3









2023 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas Live Video Feed

(cycling.today)

"2023 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas May 18-21, Spain.

Stage 4 (Tordómar Lagunas de Neila, 121.5km) Sunday, May 21st.

Video Starts at 2:30pm CET, 8:30am Eastern, 5:30am Pacific.

Finish at around 3:45pm CET (9:45am Eastern), 6:45am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on FloBikes starting at 5:30am Pacific."

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Column One
May 20, 2023
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Giro d'Italia: Denz triumphs from the breakaway on stage 14

By

"Gee second and Bettiol third in cold, rainy conditions."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 1







Geraint Thomas gives away pink as Nico Denz wins second Giro d'Italia stage in three days

By

"The Bora Hansgrohe rider helped bring back the leading trio before securing another victory."
By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 1







Hold on: Can Derek Gee take the points jersey at the Giro d’Italia?

By

"Canadian stuns again with another podium."
By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 1







Giro d'Italia stage 14 preview - Can the sprinters survive the Simplon Pass?

Words:

"One big hurdle stands in the way of the sprinters dominating the second half of the stage. But if they can survive the Simplon Pass, it's only flat roads to the finish."
Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) Photos: RCS Sports - 1









Teams face big fines and disqualification under new UCI Tour de France equipment rules


"The sports international governing body will be enforcing new rules to prevent teams using prototype tech more than 12 months from release."
By Joe Baker (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Michael Steele/Getty Images) - 1










2023 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed

(cycling.today)

"Giro d’Italia 2023 May 6-28, Italy.

Stage 14 (Sierre Cassano Magnago, 194km) Saturday, May 20th.

Video starts at 11:45am CET, 5:45am Eastern, 2:45am Pacific.

Finish at around 5:15pm CET (11:15am Eastern), 8:15am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 2:45am Pacific."

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Column Two
May 20, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Hagenes wins stage 5 of the 4 Jours de Dunkerque

By

"19-year-old Jumbo Visma rider wins queen stage ahead of new race leader Gregoire."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Bas Czerwinski/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 2






Dylan Groenewegen takes 5th career Veenendaal Classic victory

By

"Dylan Groenewegen has sprinted to victory at the Veenendaal Classic for the fifth time in his career, out sprinting Arvid de Kleijn and Sam Welsford for the win."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) photo: greenedgecycling.com - 2






How much does losing pink really change for Geraint Thomas at the Giro d'Italia?

Words:

"It may free Thomas from some post-stage protocols, but the picture remains the same in the GC fight."
Words: Richard Windsor (rouleur.cc) Photo: ZW Photography - 2






Best of Ed: The Giro’s Saddest Day

By

"Cycling is a cruel mistress, she takes you to the highest highs and sometimes, the lowest of lows."
By Edmond Hood (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 2









Who Knew Geraint Thomas Had Dad Jokes? The Funniest Giro d’Italia Social Media Moments This Week

By

"We love a race that is serious business, but doesn’t take itself so seriously. The Giro d’Italia has been masterfully walking that fine line this year."
By Molly Hurford (bicycling.com) (Twitter) @GeraintThomas86 - 2






A gem of a bike, but is this diamond-adorned Colnago worth £100,000? Plus the rest of the week’s tech news from Canyon, Trek, Santini, Campagnolo, and loads more

By

"Find out about loads of new summer clothing, more evidence that Campagnolo Super Record is going wireless, and the bike brand that’s slashing its prices."
By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 2






Lomo 3L Bikepacking Handlebar Dry Bag

By

"A small and secure bar bag with a surprisingly good capacity and great protection from the elements."
By Tom Price (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 2









2023 Four Days of Dunkirk/4 Jours de Dunkerque Live

(cyclingfans.com)

"2023 4 Jours de Dunkerque May 16-21, France.

Stage 5 (Roubaix Cassel, 187.7km) Saturday, May 20th.

Live video from 4:15pm CET (10:15am Eastern), 7:15am Pacific.

Finish at around 5:40pm CET (11:40am Eastern), 8:40am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 7:15am Pacific."

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Column Three
May 20, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Vuelta Burgos Feminas: Lorena Wiebes sprints to stage 3 win

By

"Race leader takes uphill sprint in Aranda de Duero after late catch of the breakaway."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Dario Belingheri/Getty Images - cyclingnews.com - 3






“I'm going all in for Demi" - Race leader Lorena Wiebes to turn helper for Vollering

By

"Crossing the line first on each of the first three stages of the 2023 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas, (although she was relegated to 3rd on stage 2), Lorena Wiebes has revealed she is backing teammate Demi Vollering on the as the race reaches its climax."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo: Proshots - 3






Charlotte Kool takes sprint win at Omloop der Kempen

By

"The fast Dutch sprinter was the quickest in the finish of the one-day race. She beat the Polish Daria Pikulik from Human Powered Health and the Dutch Maike van der Duin from Canyon SRAM."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (photo: @charlotte_kool Twitter) - 3







Thomas confirms truncated stage helped Giro organizers avoid rider strike

(sbs.com.au)

"Geraint Thomas has revealed the peloton could have boycotted Stage 13 if Giro d’Italia organizers were not able to reach a compromise and reduce the course to 74.6 kilometers."
(sbs.com.au) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 3






This 39-year-old INEOS Grenadiers rider moonlights as a pro triathlete

By

"Cameron Wurf, who ran a half marathon post-Paris Roubaix, takes bronze in his first Ironman of 2023."
By Kristin Jenny (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) - 3






Pedal in Style with the Giro Cadet Shoe

By

"This shoe, with its elegant minimalist design and durable construction, caters to all cyclists - from beginners to seasoned professionals."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) photo: giro.com - 3









2023 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas Live Video Feed

(cycling.today)

"2023 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas May 18-21, Spain.

Stage 3 (Caleruega Aranda de Duero, 112.7km) Saturday, May 20th.

Video Starts at 2:30pm CET, 8:30am Eastern, 5:30am Pacific.

Finish at around 3:45pm CET (9:45am Eastern), 6:45am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on FloBikes starting at 5:30am Pacific."

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Column One
May 19, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





Vintage Pinot is pure heart in his final Giro d’Italia

By

"Thibaut Pinot, the people's champion, came up short once again on Stage 13 of the Giro d'Italia, but it was a classic display of giving it everything."
By Robyn Davidson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image credit: Getty Images)








Giro d'Italia: Rubio beats Pinot, Cepeda to win abbreviated mountain stage 13

By

"Thomas, Roglic finish on the same time as GC battle plays out on the Crans-Montana."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 1






The waiting game: Why the Giro d'Italia's cautious GC fight is no surprise

Words:

"Our leading protagonists at the Giro don't have a history of flamboyant attacks."
Words: Chris Marshall-Bell (rouleur.cc) Photo: ZW Photography - 1











Snow, torrential rain cuts Giro stage 13 route to 75km

(stickybottle.com)

"Today’s stage 13 of Giro d’Italia has been cut for a second time and now the riders will race for just 75km, though that involves a mountain from the start, a descent and then the another mountain to the summit finish at Crans-Montana."
(stickybottle.com) (Image Credit not Found) - 1






Mads Pedersen leaves the Giro d'Italia with tracheitis

By

"Stage 5 winner came down with cough and sore throat overnight"
By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com via uksport.news) (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images) - 1







Giro d'Italia 2023 stage 13 preview - A crucial stage in the mountains

Words:

"Stage 13 will be a decisive day in the Alps as the riders cross the border into Switzerland."
Words: Stephen Puddicombe (rouleur.cc) (Image Credit not Found) - 1









DT Swiss 350 hubs, Specialized x Fjällräven bikepacking collection, warm-weather Velobici clothing and titanium bolts

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"Plus all the latest news and reviews from the week."
By Oscar Huckle (bikeradar.com) (Image Credit not Found)










2023 Giro d’Italia Live Video Feed

(cycling.today)

"Giro d’Italia 2023 May 6-28, Italy.

Stage 13 (Borgofranco d'Ivrea Crans-Montana, 199km) Friday, May 19th.

Video starts at 10:45am CET, 4:45am Eastern, 1:45am Pacific.

Finish at around 5:15pm CET (11:15am Eastern), 8:15am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 1:45am Pacific."

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Column Two
May 19, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily





4 Jours de Dunkerque: Kooij wins again on stage 4

By

"Olav Kooij took his second stage victory at this year's edition of the 4 Jours du Dunkerque. Comfortably powering to a bunch sprint win."
By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Getty Images Sport - cyclingnews.com) - 2







Patrick Lefevere announces weird program for Remco Evenepoel

(cycling.today)

"Soudal Quick Step manager Patrick Lefevere announced that Remco Evenepoel will not ride the Tour de France or the Vuelta a Espana this year after his abandon at the Giro."
(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found) - 2






Are you not entertained? In praise of Thibaut Pinot’s ride at the 2023 Giro d’Italia

Words:

"Cycling’s greatest showman does it again, taking us all on the rollercoaster with him."
Words: Rachel Jary (rouleur.cc) Photo: ZW Photography - 2






Jay Vine: It’s unclear what the team’s plan is

(cycling.today)

"Jay Vine seems a little lost at the Giro d’Italia after his chances of a good general classification were compromised by a crash. "
(cycling.today) (Image Credit not Found) - 2






Another Disappointing Mountain Stage in The 2023 Giro d’Italia

By

"After a big drama, the Queen stage of Giro d’Italia was shortened from 199 km to 75.0 km with the exclusion of Grand St Bernard Pass prior to the Croix de Couer, making a fairly easy day for the GC riders."
By Kārlis Ozols (lanternerouge.com.au) (Photo: Cor Vos) - 2









Groves abandons as crashes and illness see Aussies battle at Giro

By

"Seb Berwick was the lone Australian to shine on stage 12 in a tough few days for the contingent from Down Under."
By Jamie Finch-Penninger (sbs.com.au) (Image Credit not Found) - 2






Tour de France: Tadej Pogačar back in saddle after injuries, Lefevere rules out Remco Evenepoel debut

By

"Pogačar back on yellow jersey trail with indoor training bootcamp: 'I'm putting some hard work on the rollers, taking care of my wrist'"
By Jim Cotton (velonews.com via uksport.news) (Image credit: Getty Images)







“It’s probably safer riding with cars” - Cyclist seriously injured after crashing into black bear on forest trail

By

"The reason I rode in the forest is just to get away from the traffic, right? I’m just really glad to be alive."
By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) photo by janetandphil via Flickr) - 2









2023 Four Days of Dunkirk/4 Jours de Dunkerque Live

(cyclingfans.com)

"2023 4 Jours de Dunkerque May 16-21, France.

Stage 4 (Maubeuge Achicourt, 173.8km) Friday, May 19th.

Live video from 3:00pm CET (9:00am Eastern), 6:00am Pacific.

Finish at around 4:30pm CET (10:30am Eastern), 7:30am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on GCN+ starting at 6:00am Pacific."

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Column Three
May 19, 2023
Doug Report Cycling Daily








Lotte Kopecky returns with a win at Veenendaal Veenendaal

By

"In a tightly contested Veenendaal-Veenendaal Classic, Lotte Kopecky, riding for SD Worx, showcased her exceptional speed to clinch victory."
By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images - cyclingnews.com) - 3












VeloNews Ticker: Kruijswijk, Laporte extend with Jumbo Visma, Eolo Kometa rider dies from brain tumor

(velonews.com

"Here's what's making headlines on Friday, May 19."
(velonews.com via uksport.news) (Photo by Dario Belingheri/Getty Image) - 3






The organized chaos of the feed zone

By

"Insight into one of the most important, if unnoticed, parts of the race."
By Daniel Ostanek (cyclingnews.com) (Image credit: Alex Duffill) - 3






'We’ll do it, even screaming in agony' - The British amateurs riding the entire Giro d'Italia route

By

"Group of British cyclists hoping to raise £50,000 for the Toy Appeal charity."
By Tom Thewlis (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Modo 25) - 3






In the Drops: Maap's new gravel kit, more Quoc off-road shoes, Giro Regime road shoes, Africap Tour de Lunsar cap, and Jury Duty

By

"Another week of cycling kit that we deem good as well as a TV show recommendation and a playlist of new music."
By Will Strickson (cyclist.co.uk) (Image Credit not Found) - 3







'Losing to a trans rider hurts on a million different levels' - Cyclist, 24, abandoned Olympic dream after 'sickening' losses to biological male

By

"Hannah Arensman, 24, quit cyclocross after losing a podium place to a trans rider."
By Lewis Pennock (dailymail.co.uk) (Instagram) - 3









2023 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas Live Video Feed

(cycling.today)

"2023 Vuelta a Burgos Feminas May 18-21, Spain.

Stage 2 (Sotresgudo Lerma, 118.9km) Friday, My 19th.

Video Starts Friday at 2:30pm CET, 8:30am Eastern, 5:30am Pacific.

Finish at around 3:45pm CET (9:45am Eastern), 6:45am Pacific.

The race will also be shown on FloBikes starting at 5:30am Pacific."

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