Tour de France daily digest: Tadej Pogačar goes on the defensive
We've seen Tadej Pogačar attack and attack again. Now, we get to see Pogačar play defense at the Tour de France. Is he up to the challenge?
We've seen Tadej Pogačar attack and attack again. Now, we get to see Pogačar play defense at the Tour de France. Is he up to the challenge?
Tadej Pogačar's early success puts him in a new position at the Tour de France; Michael Woods discusses Tour de France safety.
Should ASO sue the fan who caused the stage 1 crash? What's the proper punishment for the costly mistake? We offer our opinions.
On today's podcast we discuss Mark Cavendish's big win, then Brent Bookwallter takes us inside the 2011 Tour de France.
Mark Cavendish's stage win gave the Tour de France a shot of joy at exactly the right moment, writes Fred Dreier.
On this episode we examine how crashes are shaping the GC picture at the Tour de France, then we hear from Michal Kwiatkowski.
The 2021 Tour de France has opened with carnage and heartbreak. So, is there anything the race can do to limit crashes?
Geraint Thomas said the race will decide which rider emerges as Ineos Grenadiers' GC leader for the 2021 Tour de France.
Jason Gay of The Wall Street Journal is back on the podcast to talk Tour de France, L39ion of Los Angeles, and the great bike shortage.
Here's how to watch the Tour de France broadcast in the United States and Canada.
Lauren Stephens was crushed when she wasn't selected for the U.S. Olympic squad but she refocused herself on winning big races.
U.S. rider Kristen Faulkner has filed a legal challenge to USA Cycling's selections for the Olympic women's road race.
Unbound Gravel dishes out plenty of physical pain. The mental pain is just as tough, as riders must overcome the urge to quit.
Chloé Dygert is on track for the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, says U.S. coach Gary Sutton. Dygert heads into the U.S. time trial championships next week.
We were at the finish line at Unbound Gravel to speak to riders after they completed the 206-mile journey. Here's what they had to say:
Here's what Amity Rockwell, Peter Stetina, Lael Wilcox, Ted King and others had to say after finishing Unbound Gravel.
Lauren De Crescenzo overcame early setbacks to win Unbound Gravel.
Ian Boswell came into Unbound Gravel with no expectations. He leaves the event as the men's 200-mile champion.
Stephen Hyde has a new outlook on bike racing after the birth of his daughter.
Stephens repeated her victory from 2019 after attacking into a section of double-track 25 miles into the race.
Emily Newsom is on the short list to win Unbound Gravel. Newsom is also a mom, a classically trained pianist, and perhaps the USA's most interesting pro cyclist.
Anderson, a graduate of Axel Merckx's Hagens Berman Axeon team, is leading Alpecin-Fenix into gravel racing this year.
Top riders at Unbound Gravel point to Quinn Simmons as the favorite to win Saturday's 200-mile race.
Feed zones and mid-race stops present an ethical conundrum, as top riders look to establish unwritten rules of etiquette.
Adam Roberge learned some important lessons at the recent Gravel Locos race. Now, Roberge is on the list of dark horses for Unbound Gravel.
On this week's podcast we break down Unbound Gravel and discuss gravel cycling's etiquette around feed zones.
Laurens ten Dam belongs on the short list of favorites for Unbound Gravel after his impressive win at Gravel Locos.
What gear ratios did WorldTour riders use on Monte Zoncolan? You have questions about the 2021 Giro d'Italia and we have answers.
We discuss Egan Bernal's brilliance at the Giro d'Italia, as well as the fight for the podium. Then, Larry Warbasse answers your questions.
Is Remco done? Did Bernal just win the Giro? We discuss the Giro d'Italia's stage 11. Then, Larry Warbasse answers your questions.
Are riders at the Giro d'Italia still talking about the super tuck ban and litter zones? We field your questions.
We've expanded our membership to include Outside magazine, Gaia GPS, and other perks. Check out the new benefits included in Outside+.
What tires and pressure will the riders choose for Wednesday's strade bianche stage at the Giro d'Italia? We asked the experts.
Swenson's Olympic journey began when he was a 10-year-old kid watching the NORBA National races at Deer Valley, Utah.
This week we discuss Joe Dombrowski's huge win, as well as the race's GC standings. Then, Larry Warbasse answers your questions.
You have questions about the Giro d'Italia, and we have answers! Today, Larry Warbasse fields questions about disc brakes and Cat. 1 heroes.
Albstadt World Cup is not an automatic qualifier for the U.S. Olympic MTB team, but results at the race could sway the selection committee.
Chris Froome hit back at his online critics, saying their words only fuel him to work harder to come back to the Tour de France.
Ruth Winder heads into the U.S. Olympic selection process with a healthy perspective on how Tokyo 2021 fits into her professional goals.
Send us your questions about the 2021 Giro d'Italia and we will get answers from WorldTour riders, pro team mechanics, and other experts.
Is Egan Bernal back? Will the UCI go super-tuck crazy? Will the gravel stage doom a GC star? We analyze 15 storylines for the Giro d'Italia.
Geraint Thomas and his embarrassing tumble at the Tour de Romandie is a reminder that top cyclists are just like you and me, writes Fred Dreier.
Mike Woods takes us inside the final kilometers at Liège; Annemiek van Vleuten on her Movistar success; our takes on who won the classics.
La Flèche Wallonne should alter the iconic Mur de Huy finale, argues Fred Dreier, especially in light of the Amstel Gold Race's success with its new finish.
Brook Watts has departed the 2022 UCI cyclocross world championships in Fayetteville, as well as the 2021 cyclocross World Cup.
Ruth Winder takes us inside her big win; our hottest takes from Amstel Gold Race; Luc Meersman of Trek-Segafredo on mapping the cobbles.
The cycling community debates a boycott of Arkansas and its bike events after the state's passage of anti-trans laws.
Primož Roglič scored a masterful win in Spain; Mark Cavendish is back; Mike Creed on the state of U.S. racing.
Cyclocross veteran Molly Cameron has become the focal point of the U.S. cycling scene in the wake of Arkansas' anti-trans legislation.
On this week's episode we analyze every inch of the Tour of Flanders. Then, Leah Thomas takes us inside Annemiek van Vleuten's thrilling win.
Are you going to watch the Tour of Flanders on Sunday? Fred Dreier has some tips on what to look for during the broadcast.
Top female pros Lotte Kopecky and others preview Sunday's Tour of Flanders.
Marianne Vos joins the podcast to take us inside her win at Gent-Wevelgem. Plus, our analysis and takes on E3 Saxo Classic and Gent-Wevelgem.
VeloNews Editor in Chief Fred Dreier writes how the chaos, the crowds, the climbs, and the cobblestones are what makes the Tour of Flanders cycling's best Monument.
They might look superhuman on the cobbled climbs, but pro riders admit that the Flanders hills are brutal and have insight on which ones make or break the race.
On this week's episode we hear from Trek-Segafredo GM Luca Guercilena about the team's huge weekend in Italy. Then, is MvdP vs. Wout a better rivalry than Boonen vs. Cancellara?
We rank cycling's monuments according to our personal favorites, and then argue our choices for the sake of... fun!
Chris Froome says he has lots of training, rehab, and heat acclimatizing to do as he prepares for the Tour de France.
On this week's podcast we discuss the dramatic action we saw at Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico.
From Nokere Koerse to Milano-Sanremo and Trofeo Alfredo Binda, here's a look at this week's packed pro racing calendar.
Cherie Pridham, the first female sport director in the men's WorldTour, was psyched after her first win as a DS on Monday.
We pick over the action from what could have been the most dramatic week of racing of the year, including Tirreno-Adriatico and Healthy Ageing Tour.
Roglič is so obviously one of the best grand tour riders of his generation. Yet he's now lost three major stage races in heartbreaking fashion.
On this week's episode we hear from MTB stars Kate Courtney, Chloe Woodruff, Erin Huck, Lea Davison, Haley Batten, and Hannah Finchamp about the Olympic push.
Will van der Poel continue to crush the field? And will SD Worx dominate the spring? We consider all things classics.
How Kate Courtney, Lea Davison, Erin Huck, Hannah Finchamp, Chloe Woodruff, and Haley Batten are pushing each other to be ready for Tokyo 2021.
Strade Bianche can be worthy of our affection without being lumped in with the old and sometimes boring monuments, writes Fred Dreier.
Anna van der Breggen and SD Worx looked untouchable at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad, but these riders will take on the super team at Strade Bianche.
FloSports has secured the North American rights to broadcast the 2022 UC cyclocross world championships in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Jason Gay of The Wall Street Journal believes Wout van Aert vs. Mathieu van der Poel among the greatest rivalries in pro sports.
Mathieu van der Poel was in perfect position to win Le Samyn, until a broken handlebar knocked him out of contention.
From Le Samyn to Strade Bianche to Paris-Nice, here's a look at this week's packed pro road racing calendar.
Quinn Simmons addressed the media on Friday for the first time since his 2020 suspension.
From Annemiek van Vleuten's Movistar debut, to Trek-Segafredo's team strength, to BikeExchange's new era, here are five stories to follow at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad.
Fred Dreier hopes Chris Froome will be ready to fight for the Tour de France win. Froome's struggles at the UAE Tour tell a different story.
We examine Michael Woods' battle with Trek-Segafredo at the Alpes-Maritimes et du Var. Then, Kiel Reijnen joins the show from UAE Tour.
Tao Geoghegan Hart will personally sponsor a rider on Hagens Berman Axeon for 2021 with the goal of boosting diversity in cycling.
We're keeping our eyes on Tao Geoghegan Hart, Nairo Quintana, and the stunning scenery in France's Var Valley this weekend.
On this week's episode of The VeloNews Podcast, author Matt Rendell joins the show to discuss Colombia's rich cycling history.
Dr. Marlon Moncrieffe has launched a cycling site dedicated to anti-racist discussion.