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Pogačar joins pantheon of five-time Tour de France champions
"Tadej Pogačar joined the pantheon of Tour de France giants on Sunday, winning his fifth yellow jersey to put him in the company of Jacques Anquetil, Eddy Merckx, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain." By Rob Sturney (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image Credit not Found) |
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Tour of Denmark: Wout van Aert wins comeback race on stage 1 with powerful sprint from small group "Belgian star attacked across to small group in final 5km, before being led out by Christophe Laporte to third win of 2026." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Wout van Aert: I am looking for answers in the Tour of Denmark "Wout van Aert makes his comeback to racing at the Tour of Denmark. In an interview with VTM Nieuws, the Visma Lease a Bike rider says he is not starting without ambition." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'Heavy duty' sachets could see cyclists close to maximum recommended intake without having consumed a meal - Are electrolyte drinks worth their salt? "With heatwaves becoming ever more common, the importance of hydration creeps up the priorities list. But does this mean we need to add electrolytes, asks India Paine." By India Paine (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Future) estarli e28.X 3-speed "A low-maintenance urban commuter that's enjoyable, practical and exceptionally easy to live with." By Tony Tompkins (road.cc) (Image Credit: Tony Tompkins) UAE squads ‘unaware’ of ex-pro cyclist’s drug links after 20-year ban for doping Italian junior team "Former Lampre sprinter Danilo Napolitano, who has spent the past few months working at the women’s UAE Team L’Imad service course, has been suspended until 2046 by the Italian anti-doping authorities." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit not Found) PostNord Tour of Denmark Stage 1 Live Stats "PostNord Tour of Denmark July 29-August 2, Stage 1 (Aalborg → Aalborg, 197.2km) Live video Wednesday from 9:45am U.S. Eastern, 6:45am Pacific - Finish at around 8:45am Pacific. The
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Tour de l'Ain 2026 Stage 1: Noah Hobbs sprints to second career win as EF rider holds off Alberto Dainese and Matteo Milan "Noah Hobbs has picked up his second win of his career as the 22-year-old continued his growing form." By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Eddy Merckx predicts new absurd goal for Pogacar: "I think he's capable of it" "The Cannibal does not believe anyone will be able to challenge Pogacar in the coming years. "It is an honor to see Pogacar next to me in that list, but that will not last long. He will probably surpass it next year, and I think he will be unbeatable in time trials until the Olympics." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'If anyone can do it, it's Pogacar' - Matxin on quest for sixth Tour victory "Speaking to AS, Matxin reflected on Pogačar joining Eddy Merckx, Jacques Anquetil, Bernard Hinault and Miguel Indurain on five victories, and has backed the 27-year-old to continue rewriting the history books." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Tour de France 2026 Debrief: Breaking Down Exactly Where/How Tadej Pogačar Won the Race "Breaking down what yet another dominant Tour de France performance from Tadej Pogačar tells us about why defeating him is only getting harder." By Spencer Martin (beyondthepeloton.substack.com) (AP Photo/Mosa'ab Elshamy via sports.yahoo.com) Van Aert weighs in on Vingegaard’s 2 a.m. doping test at Tour "The Belgian had some strong words about Vingegaard being woke in the middle of the night at the Tour de France." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via bicycling.nl) New LAP Project 001 clothing promises integrated crash protection without sacrificing speed "LAP has unveiled cycle clothing that integrates D3O impact protection while aiming to retain low weight, aerodynamics and freedom of movement. The company says the launch addresses one of cycling’s last remaining trade-offs: choosing between speed and protection" By Mat Brett (road.cc) (Image Credit: LAP) Former pro Danilo Napolitano banned for 20 years "The Italian was working as a team director at SALUS Ciclistica Seregno, one of the top development teams in his home country." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Silca Claims Greater Efficiency and Longevity From New Super Secret 2.0 Drip Wax Formula "Super Secret 2.0 builds on the low-friction performance of the original, with an updated formula that Silca says makes it the “closest thing to hot wax ever put in a bottle." By Jeremy Benson (bikerumor.com) (All photos/Silca) Live
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Cycling is strong and healthy thanks to Pogacar and testing "Tour de France fans were spoilt for choice in Paris when it came to drinking in the drama of cycling's greatest race." By Matt Warwick (bbc.com) "The way it was done has damaged our team's image and the integrity of our sport" - Visma boss Plugge on night-time testing at the Tour de France "The 2026 Tour de France had many highlights and one such was the night-time doping tests that were done on several riders." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo: Cor Vos via domestiquecycling.com) Jonas Vingegaard to feature at Tour of Denmark - Visma leader will make first appearance since breaking collarbone at Tour de France as guest "The Visma Lease a Bike rider won't be in Lycra and cleats, but rather as part of the starting ceremony of a stage at Tour of Denmark." By Gavin Quinn (cyclinguptodate.com) (Photo via Instagram) Martinez, Artz, Schmid... 5 Breakthrough Riders Who Shaped the 2026 Tour de France "After a thrilling final stage in Paris with Mathieu van der Poel as the winner, the Tour de France 2026 is officially over. Let’s take one last look back at the French stage race with a list of revelations." By Youri IJnsen (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Adrie van der Poel proud of son Mathieu van der Poel: enjoys him and Tadej Pogacar immensely "Mathieu van der Poel once again pulled off a masterpiece on Sunday afternoon with his victory on the Champs Élysées during the final stage of the 2026 Tour de France." By Youri IJnsen (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) "Evenepoel, Del Toro and now Van der Poel as well" - Zonneveld claims Pogacar "gifted" the Champs Élysées victory to his rival "Tadej Pogacar equaled the historical milestone of five overall victories at the 2026 Tour de France." By Ondrej Zhasil (cyclinguptodate.com) Image: Facebook Pedersen and Skjelmose confirm Vuelta plans after Tour success "Lidl Trek’s Danish duo, Mads Pedersen and Mattias Skjelmose, have both indicated to TV2 Sport that they will ride the upcoming Vuelta a España following their Tour de France exploits." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Best cheap cycling computers 2026 - Get GPS on the bike for less and record speed, distance + more on a budget "Want some on-bike data without breaking the bank? There are loads of good quality, affordable bike computers out there nowadays, some even with GPS and Strava-sharing capabilities." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) US set to make peptide access easy, anti-doping agencies ready to ban cyclists using them "Last week, a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel voted to recommend broader access to several unapproved peptides. " Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) 'It's something you wouldn't even write in a story book' - Tadej Pogačar wins a fifth Tour de France while Mathieu van der Poel takes wins a breathtaking final stage "Van der Poel and Pogačar formed a late breakaway making for one of the most tense final stages in recent years." By Owen Rogers (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Sepp Kuss: What happened on the descent into Alpe d’Huez? "Sepp Kuss came frighteningly close to a serious crash on Stage 20 of the 2026 Tour de France, falling twice while leading the race on the descent from the Col de Sarenne." By Mathew Mitchell (procyclinguk.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Merckx on a Pogacar Grand Tour sweep: 'If anyone can win Giro, Tour and Vuelta, it's him' "As Tadej Pogačar puts the finishing touches on another dominant Tour de France campaign, cycling legend Eddy Merckx has weighed in on the Slovenian’s historic trajectory." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Kei Tsuji / Cor Vos Paul Seixas raced through hidden crash and illness on remarkable Tour debut "Paul Seixas will complete his first Tour de France in fourth place after racing through injuries from a crash during a reconnaissance ride in Barcelona and a cold in the opening week, details that his Decathlon CMA CGM team had kept quiet at his request." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Pogacar leaves door open to Vuelta return after fifth Tour victory "There was no definitive answer from Tadej Pogacar in Paris on Sunday evening, but he appeared more receptive to the notion of riding the Vuelta a España than he did on the corresponding occasion a year ago." By Barry Ryan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Remembering Greg LeMond’s Look KG86 from 1986, the first bike at the Tour de France featuring carbon fiber "Learn more about the first bike frame made out of something other than steel to be piloted to Tour de France victory." By Paul Grêlé (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Cube Nuroad Pro FE "Well-priced all-rounder for tarmac, touring and gravel that comes fully equipped for just about everything." By Simon Withers (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) (cyclingfans.com) Powered by La
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The Moment The Tour de France Was Won "Tadej Pogačar attacked on the Tourmalet with 5km to go before summit and 43km left in Stage 6. In the picture above Jonas Vingegaard is out of the picture but only just, some 30 seconds behind at the top of the pass." (inrng.com) (Image credit: ASO) This year's Tour de France was faster than ever, but let's not jump to suspicious conclusions "Cycling fans have been burned often enough, but let's keep the faith on this one." By James Shrubsall (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) “I’d hope our daughter inherits from you” - Roxanne Bertels shares emotional message to Mathieu van der Poel after Tour de France heroics "Roxanne Bertels has shared an emotional message to Mathieu van der Poel after his spectacular end to the Tour de France, revealing the quality she most hopes their daughter inherits from the Dutchman." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via DHnet Outer Line: Tour de France Analysis, ASO & AI in Cycling "The 2026 Tour de France may be over, but the biggest conversations in professional cycling are only just beginning." By The Outer Line (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) New Shimano Dura-Ace wheels are up to 220g lighter and gain replaceable bearing cups with improved waterproofing "Japanese brand has widened the internal rim for modern road tires and claims a small aero improvement over its predecessor." By Jack Evans (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Shimano) Specialized S-Works Evade 4 Review: BOA FS2 Delivers Speed Without the Vise "The BOA FS2 system is the true star here." By Andy Rohrer (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Carbon spokes are changing the road wheelset game: Here’s how you can benefit "We take a look at the latest tech development in the world of wheels, and why - thanks to brands like Superteam - it’s not as expensive to buy as you might think." By Liam Cahill (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Podcasts,
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How much prize money did Tadej Pogačar and his team win at the Tour de France? "UAE Team Emirates XRG netted more than a third of the total prize pot." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Pogacar might win 7 Tours de France according to Greg Lemond, who bashes Armstrong's legacy - "Lance didn't have his talent; he 'found' it at 28" "The American rider believes Pogacar is set to win more, and even overtake Lance Armstrong's unofficial record." By Rúben Silva (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image Credit not Found) Decathlon will begin talks with Paul Seixas about future soon: "Building confidence" "The future of Paul Seixas has actually been a hot topic in the cycling world throughout the season. Several teams are reportedly competing for his signature, with astronomical salaries being mentioned." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Everyone is raving about Tour de France sensation Seixas, but Patrick Lefevere has doubts: 'Can’t skip any steps' "Many believed Paul Seixas should never have ridden the Tour de France at such a young age, but with a fourth-place finish in the overall standings, he confirmed his status as a rising star." By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image Credit not Found) UAE dominate, EF surge and Picnic slide further in the post-Tour UCI rankings "Six months into the 2026–2028 UCI team cycle, and with four Monuments, the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France completed, the rankings are beginning to take shape." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Gvg/Cor Vos “I’m winning races, and I believe you’ve got to be as clean and transparent as you possibly can” - Victor Bosoni on how he won the Tour Divide… and The Traka controversy "Just a few weeks back the ultra-fast French racer Victor Bosoni stormed home to victory in the Tour Divide, one of the greatest offroad endurance races around. Steve caught up with him to hear about how he won the race, and his controversial Traka." By Steve Thomas (road.cc) (Image Credit: Factor Bicycles) Free-for-all brawl erupts at Argentine amateur race "Somewhere in Argentina this past weekend, a perfectly normal race turned into a bidon-fueled brawl and, in the finest tradition of sport imitating slapstick, nobody thought to stop the racing while it happened." Author: Dan Hood (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) How Many Carbs Per Hour Do Cyclists Really Need? "What the Science Actually Says About Carb-Loading Past 90 g/hr." By Scott Steele (pezcyclingnews.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Podcasts,
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Key Takeaways: Tour de France 2026 Stage 21 "Breaking down a thrilling final stage of the 2026 Tour de France on the action-packed Montmartre circuit in Paris." By Spencer Martin (beyondthepeloton.substack.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) 'The greatest of all time' - Armstrong hails Pogacar after fifth Tour de France win "Speaking on The Move after the Slovenian's fifth Tour de France triumph in Paris on Sunday, Armstrong told his co-hosts that Pogačar's versatility across every terrain and every race put him above every rider in the sport's history, including Armstrong himself." By Ethan Lessiter (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) 'I'm not thinking about any history' - Tadej Pogačar makes history at the Tour de France, but wants to keep his feet on the ground "The UAE Team Emirates XRG rider could yet make more history at the Vuelta a España this summer." By Adam Becket (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) 'I've shown that I deserve to dream' - Remco Evenepoel silences skeptics with Tour de France runner-up spot "The Red Bull Bora Hansgrohe rider was the best of the rest in the 2026 Tour de France." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) Tadej Pogačar (sort of) gives a Vuelta update "Fresh off his 5th Tour de France title, Tadej Pogačar is already being asked about the Vuelta." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Tadej Pogačar's gifted one-of-one hand-painted yellow Colnago Y1Rs for winning the Tour de France - And it looks epic "Five-time champion's UAE Team Emirates XRG teammates also rode custom frames." By Jack Evans (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Colnago) Bauke Mollema Proposes Six-Rider Teams to Shake Up Tour de France and Counter UAE Dominance "Bauke Mollema supports smaller teams in the Tour de France. The Lidl Trek rider writes this in his column for the Dagblad van het Noorden and other regional newspapers." By Nick Doup (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Christophe Laporte is ready for his first race kilometers since spring "For Visma Lease a Bike, the Tour of Denmark becomes a symbolically important race, as besides Wout van Aert, Frenchman Christophe Laporte also returns to competition. That was last seen at the Amstel Gold Race." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Cycling vs Walking With a Weighted Vest: Which Is Better for Cardio, Strength, and Weight Loss? "Experts compare the two buzzy modalities." By Abby Hepworth (womenshealthmag.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Zwift Speed Tests: Wheel Ranking Charts "Your chosen bike frame and wheelset both affect speed in Zwift, so it makes sense for racers to do a little research and choose the best tool for the job." By Eric Schlange (zwiftinsider.com) (Image Credit not Found) Podcasts,
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Unbelievable! Mathieu van der Poel's narrow victory after a thrilling final kilometer "Mathieu van der Poel claimed the final stage of the Tour de France 2026 in an unbelievable way." By Mark de Graaf (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) ‘We’ve ridden it in a spectacular way’ "The EF Education EasyPost rider won his second stage in three days, and with it made sure of the polka dot jersey and a top-10 on GC." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Getty Images) Quinn Simmons named best teammate at the Tour de France for second year running "Lidl Trek domestique wins prize and €3,000 ahead of final stage in Paris." (Image credit: (Photo: Cor Vos)) “What were you doing at nineteen? Getting drunk and acting tough” - Lance Armstrong rethinks Paul Seixas criticism after historic Tour de France fourth "Lance Armstrong admitted a question from Sir Bradley Wiggins forced him to reconsider his criticism of Paul Seixas on the final mountain stage of the 2026 Tour de France." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingweekly.com) “He doesn’t view Evenepoel as a real competitor” - Thijs Zonneveld calls Pogacar’s treatment of Tour rivals humiliating "Tadej Pogacar will begin the final stage of the 2026 Tour de France with Remco Evenepoel sitting second overall, but Thijs Zonneveld believes the relationship between the pair bears little resemblance to a genuine yellow jersey rivalry." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) Photo via cyclingflash.com) 'I am already looking forward to my next Grand Tour' - Seixas takes pride and lessons from fourth-place Tour debut "Paul Seixas (Decathlon CMA CGM) signed off from his Grand Tour debut with a feeling of pride, having finished fourth at the 2026 Tour de France and taking away confidence ahead of future three-week adventures." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) The Far East is rising rapidly, but there’s still plenty of cycling innovation here in the UK: Here are some of the best British brands pushing bike tech forward "From aero innovators and handmade steel specialists to security brands, these British cycling companies continue to shape modern bike technology through design, engineering and manufacturing carried out in the UK." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Weekend Group Rides: Real Examples for Cyclists "Weekend group rides are organized, recurring events with fixed start times, mapped routes, pace categories, and a clear social or training purpose. They are not casual spins with friends." (socalcycling.com) (Credits not Found) "We’ve all been there: we’re scrolling and come across a news article that grabs our attention. Curiously, we click the link only to be blocked by a paywall." By Mary James (allaboutcookies.org) (Image Credit not Found) |
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Tour de l’Ain 2026 Stage 2: Markel Beloki solos to second professional victory after late attack "Markel Beloki claimed the second professional victory of his career with a commanding solo performance on Stage 2 of the 2026 Tour de l’Ain." By Kieran Wood (cyclinguptodate.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) When the voice inside your head finally says; "You can make this all go away" you know you're about to get dropped "Losing the wheel in front looks simple on the TV, but for the rider there's a million and one things going round their head." By Michael Hutchinson (cyclingweekly.com) Riding felt 'like a punishment' - 24-year-old pro ends career "Women’s WorldTour pro Kim Cadzow said she won’t be returning." By Tom Davidson (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Castelli Espresso 2 W Jersey "Fantastically cool and comfy summer jersey with an excellent fit, though the zip pull tabs fell off in the wash." By Emily Tillett (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Should GLP-1 drugs be banned? Cycling’s latest anti-doping debate "The potential advantage athletes seek from GLP-1 medications is rapid weight loss and appetite suppression." Author: John Woodson (granfondodailynews.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tour de l'Ain Stage 2 Live Stats "Tour de l'Ain July 28-30, France, Stage 2 (Saint-Vulbas → Lagnieu, 161.9km) Live
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2026 Tour de France Femmes Preview: Vollering, Ferrand-Prévot and the race for yellow "The fifth edition of the modern Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift runs from August 1-9 on the longest route in race history, featuring a first summit finish on one of cycling’s most iconic climbs and three former champions." By Joe Morgan (domestiquecycling.com) (Photo: Cor Vos) Remco Evenepoel ‘racing’ again 24 hours after Tour de France ends "The Tour runner-up returned to his hometown of Aalst for a post-Tour criterium despite little sleep." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Remco Evenepoel Targets Record-Breaking Win at Clásica San Sebastián "The Tour just ended, but that does not mean Remco Evenepoel will sit still from now on. This coming Saturday, August 1st, he is one of the top favorites at the Donostia San Sebastian Klasikoa, better known as the Clásica San Sebastián." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Tune launches Nano Road and Nano CS Carbon wheelsets with weights as low as 1,280g per pair "New road wheels claimed to balance weight with durability and aerodynamics." By Hannah Bussey (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Tune) Udog Forza "Fantastic shoes when you're on the bike, undone by a sole that's impractical for walking." By Henry Winchester (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) “I didn’t know if I had just been naïve” - German cyclist “embarrassed” as bike stolen from a metro station days after completing Land’s End to John O’Groats ride "I locked up my bike at the station but when I came back someone had taken it. I couldn’t believe it." By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) Photo via Instagram Gravel shoe head-to-head: Specialized S-Works Recon Evo vs Shimano S-Phyre SH-RX910 review "They’re both outrageously expensive and both sport distinctive features, but one still feels better than the other." By James Huang (nminus1bikes.substack.com) (Image Credit Simon von Bromley / Our Media via bikeradar.com) PRO Pioneer Performance Handlebar Tape "Comfy, grippy, but lacks durability." By Hollis Jones (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Videos
I made six tech predictions ahead of the Tour de France - Which did I get right? "Leap Components and 3D printing dominated the tech at the Tour de France, but did our tech editor manage a clean sweep of predictions?" By Aaron Borrill (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Aaron Borrill) 2026 Tour de France Femmes preview "The toughest Tour de France Femmes route yet features a time trial, Mont Ventoux and a dramatic finish in Nice." By Matt Hansen (cyclingmagazine.ca) Image via cyclingflash.com) Roadside: One Final Day Chasing the Tour de France "Saying Goodbye to the Tour: Briançon via the Col du Lautaret" By Richard Pestes (pezcyclingnews.com) (Image Credit not Found) 111 stages and counting: American riders left the 2026 Tour de France without a win, again "The 2026 Tour de France is over. Once again no American rider stood on the podium as a stage winner." By David Bavin-Hobbs (idlprocycling.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Wout van Aert seeks race rhythm in Denmark and adds extra championship "As preparation for the Vuelta a España, Wout van Aert will start this week at the Tour of Denmark." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Remco Evenepoel doubts he can ever beat Tadej Pogacar in the Tour: "Exceptional talent" "Remco Evenepoel joked after the twentieth stage of the Tour: "What will it take to actually win the Tour de France in the future? That Tadej Pogacar doesn’t participate." By Niels Bastiaens (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Supertalent and debutant Paul Seixas performs almost perfectly in Tour de France 2026 "Many eyes in France and far beyond were focused in recent weeks on the new superstar in cycling: Paul Seixas. The 19-year-old rider from Decathlon CMA CGM is making a big impression this year." By Youri IJnsen (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Huge crowds and glorious chaos outside the Sacre Coeur - The 2026 Tour de France ends in style in Montmartre "The final stage of the Tour turned out to be an absolute thriller, but when you're when you’re among the throng in Montmartre, boring was never on the cards." By Pat Kinsella (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) Assos Equipe RSR Bolide Bib Shorts S11 "Convincingly premium in look and feel, airily comfy on the bike, but the legs can rise - and oh, that price." By Steve Williams (road.cc) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Bag Balm’s New Lotion Stick with Shea Butter Joins OG Products from 1899 "Bag Balm’s goods are made in Vermont. They offer balms, soaps, and lotions that have been soothing, protecting, and moisturizing skin for well over 100 years." By Ron Frazelle (bikerumor.com) (Photos / Bag Balm) Videos
Tour de Pologne Women: Lorena Wiebes charges to stage 3 victory in three-day sweep for GC title "Elisa Balsamo moves past Laura Gillespie in final standings with second place in Lublin sprint." Mark de Graaf (cyclingflash.com) (Image credit: Getty Images via cyclingnews.com) Guillermo Thomas Silva wins classica Castilla y Leon "Guillermo Thomas Silva lived up to the favorite status of XDS Astana at the Classica Castilla y Leon. The Uruguayan was faster than Roger Adrià in the sprint from a reduced breakaway group." By Mark de Graaf (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Pogacar honored with special kit and bike for record equaling fifth Tour win "Tadej Pogacar fifth Tour de France triumph is celebrated with more than another yellow jersey in Paris." By Michiel van Looijengoed (domestiquecycling.com) Photo: Colnago ‘I was on the verge of crying’ - Heartache and salvation inside the broom wagon on Tour de France queen stage "Cycling Weekly was inside the Tour de France’s broom wagon on stage 20. It was a day of tears, crashes and salvation." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Getty Images) (Image credit: Future) "I don't enjoy it anymore" "Julian Alaphilippe had no impact in the Tour de France, and Alaphilippe is uncertain whether he will return to the Tour after this year." By Jorg (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) Enough reasons why Tadej Pogačar will rise above the Club of Five "At 27, Pogačar is considerably younger than his four illustrious predecessors were at their fifth victories (Anquetil was 30, Merckx 29, Hinault 30, and Indurain 31)." By Raymond Kerckhoffs (cyclingflash.com) (Image Credit not Found) A tale of two Alpes: My relationship with cycling’s most legendary climb, from Pantani to Pogačar "Award-winning photographer James Startt reflects on two monumental trips to Alpe d’Huez, 29 years apart." By roadcc staff (road.cc) (Image Credit: James Startt/Agence Zoom/InGamba) Is the Tour de France becoming too fast? "Tadej Pogačar obliterated record after record on his way to a fifth career Tour de France title, in the fastest edition in the race’s history. But what do the peloton’s ever-increasing speeds mean for the sport, its safety, and its credibility?" By Ryan Mallon (road.cc) (Image Credit: James Startt/Agence Zoom/InGamba) ‘He was clinging to the bank’ - Chris Froome reveals he unintentionally pushed guest into canal at Tour de France "The most successful British Grand Tour rider in history talks about nighttime tests at the Tour de France, and his own experiences of racing through the boos and jeers." By Chris Marshall-Bell (cyclingweekly.com) (Image credit: Skoda via sports.yahoo.com) "BicyclingArt.com
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