Wout van Aert: 99 Goals, but the Giro GC Ain’t One
Van Aert maps out 2025 ambitions that include a Giro debut, a return to the Tour, and unfinished business in the monuments: 'That's what makes me hungry.'
Andrew Hood, aka “EuroHoody,” is European editor for Velo. Since joining the title in 2002, he’s been chasing bike races all over the world. He’s covered dozens of editions of the spring classics and the Tour de France, Giro d’Italia, and Vuelta a España, as well as numerous world championships in road, track, and mountain biking. He’s also covered six Olympic Games and reported on bike races across six continents. Beyond the Outside cycling network, his work has appeared in The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, Outside, SKI, Traveler Magazine, Washington Post, Dallas Morning News, and Denver Post. He’s a voting member of the Velo d’Or prize committee, and he’s appeared on CNN, NBC, NPR, and BBC. Chances are, if there’s a bike race, EuroHoody’s been to it, or will be going soon.
Van Aert maps out 2025 ambitions that include a Giro debut, a return to the Tour, and unfinished business in the monuments: 'That's what makes me hungry.'
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Colorado climber content to stay out of spotlight in return to Tour and Vuelta helper's role: 'If there's an opportunity I will take it.'
Yates, Campenaerts are key additions in Visma-Lease a Bike's bolstered lineup for this summer's epic 'super team' clash with Pogačar and UAE Emirates XRG.
With Tour de France off the table, Q36.5 hoping Pidcock's star power will deliver Giro d'Italia and Vuelta a España invites.
Vingegaard lays down some ambitious markers for 2025, with a return to the Tour and Vuelta. Nemesis Tadej Pogačar will be waiting.
Climbers’ paradise for the 2025 Giro: Women’s Giro features 2 summit finales, men tackle Colle delle Finestre and Mortirolo.
The British superstar speaks about his blockbuster transfer from Ineos to Q36.5: 'The mutual solution to end the contract was the best option.'
Quick-Step is bucking the trend and will bring Belgian sprint demon Merlier to the Tour de France: 'We want to show the world it's possible.'
Multiple sources confirm Ewan is facing uncertainty after requesting an exit from his existing contract and a planned transfer fell through.
Belgian star still has not trained on the bike since December crash and hopes for Ardennes return: 'It's been a tough period for me.'
When Tudor Pro Cycling needed one more rider to fill out its roster, American ace Warbasse fit the bill.
Fabian Cancellara's Swiss project could be on the fast track to race the Tour de France in just its third season in the pro ranks. Will ASO deliver?
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New-look XDS Astana confirms arrival of a Chinese racer and is reshuffling its deck for 2025 as it chases WorldTour salvation.
The ever-optimistic Savio helped nurture and extend pro careers since the 1980s, and gave Egan Bernal his first pro contract.
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Saddle problems, a crash with a fan, and infernal mud made for a wild race in the first face-off of the cyclocross season between Van Aert and Van der Poel.
Van Empel shines with 7th win of season as Van Aert's CX return adds some spark to the men's field: 'Racing against Wout is something I've been doing for more than 10 years.'
Younger brother, top nutritionalist, and longtime coach join Pidcock as Q36.5 closes roster ahead of breakout season: 'The team’s ambitions change undoubtedly.'
Two road stages and a time trial will open the 108th edition of the 'corsa rosa.' The remainder of the season's first grand tour will be disclosed by next month.
North America’s most promising road racing talent signs on with Dutch super team’s junior squad for 2025: 'It’s incredibly inspiring to sign with the same team as riders like Wout van Aert and Jonas Vingegaard.'
From the Angliru and Bola del Mundo climbs, a start in Italy, and the likely return of Pogačar, what's not to love about La Vuelta 2025?
With backing through 2029, can Team Movistar regain its past glory and challenge the mega-budget squads at the grand tours?
His victories across all five monuments and two world titles made him one of the superstars of the 1950s and 1960s. He died from a long illness at 90.
Canada's Gee continues on his extraordinary progression by targeting the podium at the 2025 Giro d'Italia: 'There is definitely a little more pressure.'
Pidcock hits pause on CX to ease into Q36.5: 'I want to make sure I have the time to settle into a new environment with my new team.'
Pogačar, Vingegaard, Evenepoel, Roglič, Van der Poel and Van Aert form elite men's 'Super 6,' but they won't be crossing paths too often in 2025.
The British super team is sticking with Gobik, its clothing sponsor since 2024, saying that the new-look jersey features new details and changes for the upcoming season.
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The 2024-25 UCI cyclocross World Cup series opens this weekend in Antwerp: 'We have put together a good puzzle.'
Jonas Vingegaard confirms he's mulling a run at the Giro but only if it makes sense for July: 'The Tour de France is the biggest thing in cycling.'
With the Italian monument and the Spanish grand tour next on Pogačar's career 'to-do list,' the 'Hell of the North' looms as an inevitable target: 'I might have to gain some weight.'
Jack Burke, a Canadian well-known on the North American circuit, has been smashing Strava records across Europe. Now he wants to join the WorldTour: 'Let’s hope some kind of opportunity comes from this.'
After a season full of challenges, Italian climber Cavalli seeks comeback with three-year deal to join DSM: 'She always wants to give her all.'
Lotto Dstny was reportedly caught off-guard Van Gils’ decision and both sides are in negotiations: 'Ongoing talks regarding a potential departure are part of this process.'
Italian super agent reveals details of Pogačar's record $200 million buy-out clause: 'No possibilities of changing teams.'
Pedersen’s 2025 calendar: At the center of Lidl-Trek's classics ambitions, questions remain about which grand tours he'll race.
Authorities confirm that an investigation into the tragedy at the Zürich worlds remains ongoing and that so far 'no criminal proceedings have been opened.'
After nearly two decades leading women's racing, Deignan will transition to a road captain role with Lidl-Trek in final season: 'Sometimes the basics are forgotten.'
Nairo Quintana extends Movistar deal, setting sights on WorldTour hunt for 2025 and helping Mas: 'Support Enric in grand tours and securing the highest points possible.'
Routes and profiles about next year's Giro and Vuelta are still under wraps, with the Italian grand tour's big reveal postponed until January. Where will the 'Big 4' face off?
Tour de Hoody: Today's generation has big ask to revive British cycling's dominance as Cavendish's retirement marks end of an era.
The two teams that were relegated in 2022 — Israel and Lotto — look to have a lock on promotion by end of 2025.
If he gets another Tour snub, Belgian sprint king Merlier could be on the rider market when his current contract ends in 2025.
Evenepoel bullish on 2025 after key arrivals at Quick-Step: 'I want the feeling of winning a grand tour again.'
Tour de France Femmes stage-winner and rising star Kerbaol to take next step with EF: 'I’m coming with expectations of doing big things.'
Cummings was not featured in the team's high-profile makeover released last month: 'I've reached the decision to step away from Ineos.'
'La Gazzetta dello Sport' reveals the whopping numbers behind Pogačar's new wallet-busting deal.
It's the second case involving CERA, the notorious blood-doping product from the 2000s, during the past few months.
Dutch star undergoes successful surgery for iliac artery endofibrosis, but will be sidelined for months.
Evenepoel chooses loyalty over Red Bull-Bora’s blockbuster contract temptation that would have been cycling's first eight-figure-deal.
Saturday's final in Abu Dhabi with MyWhoosh will be the first time all finalists compete at the same venue in an esports worlds.
The long-term contract extension ends when he's 32 and will make him the best-paid rider in the peloton: 'We have watched him blossom.'
Pogačar sets a new UCI rankings haul as the race for WorldTour salvation tightens up for the teams at the bottom of the heap.
Reusser, Žigart, Uttrup Ludwig, and Moolman Pasio latest major moves as SD Worx-Protime brings on former pro Mondini as new DS: 'This is a dream job for me.'
Several key staffing changes at center of Ineos Grenadiers reboot: 'The goal of reclaiming the top step of the podium.'
Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe launches new U23 team: 'The goal is to discover and groom talent for a career in the WorldTour.'
Not all transfers have happy endings: These 3 are hoping to turn page for 2025: 'Things just didn't work out, and that's why I'm leaving.'
Milan Vader's arrival is the latest big-name signing for Q36.5 going into the 2025 season as transfer rumors surrounding Tom Pidcock ramp up again.
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Four-time Tour de France winner Froome admits his days of racing for the win are over: 'I don’t look at results anymore.'
Urán is a confirmed superstar in Colombia, and he won't be bored running his expansive business empire even if his soccer dreams don't pan out.
Kristen Faulkner and Matteo Jorgenson among the finalists for the Vélo d’Or prize for the top international riders in 2024: Who’s your top pick?
Soudal Quick-Step closes roster with 30 riders: No blockbusters, but plenty of fresh legs to help Evenepoel's big ambitions for 2025.
Geraint Thomas weighs in on growing Ineos-Pidcock drama: 'People who are around Tom I don't think help.'
Evenepoel calls for reinstatement of race radios at international events in the aftermath of the tragic death of Muriel Furrer at the UCI road cycling world championships.
Pidcock sparks fresh intrigue and speculation after being told Thursday night he would be left out of Ineos Grenadiers' lineup for the season-ending Italian monument: 'I guess off-season starts early.'
American star on hunt for deal to stay in WorldTour for 2025: 'I want to keep racing the biggest races.'
Transfers are heating up in the rider market, with EF, Movistar, UAE, and FDJ-Suez all making key moves.
Spanish climbing prodigy Pablo Torres signs long-term contract with UAE Team Emirates: 'We remain a team dedicated to developing the talents of the future.'
The WorldTour season-ender at the Tour of Guangxi could tip UAE over the top for the all-time win record set by Columbia-HTC in 2009.
UCI responds to GPS questions and promises more action on rider safety after worlds tragedy: 'There is still much to be done.'
Tour de Hoody: Rivals wary to follow Pogačar's wheel, Poole breaks through, Lefevere laments UAE's financial muscle, and tweaks to the '3km rule'.
'I felt a pressure in the rainbow jersey': Pogačar pounced with about 38km to go to solo home yet again. Longo Borghini wins the women's race.
The UCI responds to a protest from the Latvian cycling federation and clarifies that MVDP's quick bounce onto the sidewalk did not warrant sanction or disqualification.
Colombian cycling community mourns the death of national time trial champion and mentor to modern generation of riders.
Police continue to investigate the timeline in the tragic death of Muriel Furrer with renewed urgency for change: 'No compromises on safety.'
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