Jim Cotton

Patrick Lefevere's self-styled 'Wolfpack' has long prowled on the cobblestones, but will they be the hunted ones this spring? We take both sides of the question.

Surging coronavirus cases in northern Europe could force closure of Paris-Roubaix and this week's Belgian classics also at threat.

McNulty sits second overall in Spanish race as he builds form and leadership skills for GC challenge at Giro d'Italia.

Manx sprinter has twice finished second in recent weeks and currently holds his first leader's jersey in four years.

Deceuninck-Quick-Step’s versatile sprinter could be its answer to Wout van Aert and Mathieu van der Poel.

Wout van Aert and Mathieu van der Poel may find themselves with targets on their backs this spring, just as Peter Sagan was during his prime.

Trek-Segafredo delivers timely reposte to SD Worx dominance ahead of prestigious northern classics.

Sepp Kuss in command at Jumbo-Visma, Chris Froome's quest for form, a gnarly course and more: Volta a Catalunya will be a must-watch next week.

The 300-kilometer monument is a race you either love or hate. So what do VeloNews editors think – is 'La Classicissima' boring or breathtaking?

No, they're not Mathieu van der Poel, Julian Alaphilippe or Wout van Aert. Here are three riders ready to rewrite the script this weekend.

The Boise native feels right at home in Spanish team and could be the bright new future it needs as it goes through transition.

Van Aert confident in his chances against archrival Mathieu van der Poel for opening monument of the season.

Van der Poel was pushed to the limit Sunday, mentally and physically. It showed he's not as bulletproof as he sometimes appears.

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.

Van Aert is over one minute back on Tadej Pogačar but has ticked one more box in growing list of ambitions.

Jorgenson testing stage-race potential with strong ride into fifth on GC with two stages remaining.

Van der Poel, van Aert and Julian Alaphilippe all have one stage victory at Tirreno-Adriatico in fight for early bragging rights.

Bunch of Belgian brawlers launch pre-planned attack to spice up snoozy day in Paris-Nice.

Rise of Wout van Aert, Julian Alaphilippe and Mathieu van der Poel and a soon-to-expire contract sees Sagan at risk of being left behind.

Pridham started her trailblazing tenure as director in the men's WorldTour this week, but she sees nothing unusual about it: 'I want to be judged as a DS. Not a female one.'

Will van der Poel continue to crush the field? And will SD Worx dominate the spring? We consider all things classics.

Italian director and former world champion on managing past teammates and what women staffers bring to a women's team.

If you think Pogačar is good now, wait for five years' time, because UAE Emirates has big plans and a long-term deal with the Tour de France champion.

With arguably the deepest start list of the 2021 season, this week's 'Race of the Two Seas' will deliver cycling's version of 'bella vita.'

21-year-old American to start Giro d'Italia in sophomore season as he continues to explore his potential.

Mathieu van der Poel and SD Worx were dominant at Strade Bianche, but they won't always have it their way.

Will it be Wout vs Mathieu? And Annemiek vs Anna? Or will some dark horse ride away with the spoils? Surprises are in the forecast for the white roads of Tuscany.

Primož Roglič, Tao Geoghegan Hart, Richie Porte, Steven Kruijswijk lead heavyweight clash between Tour de France playmakers.

'Every race matters more than ever.' Risk of rain, canceled races and high-powered SD Worx cranks pressure for women's WorldTour opener.

It guarantees dramatic racing and is stacked with spectacle. So why not make Strade Bianche one of the five monuments? We argue either side.

Aussie fastman will make season debut at Paris-Nice on Sunday as he heads toward stacked classics schedule.

Tom Pidcock could be the flame needed to reignite the team's stuttering showing in the classics.

From van der Poel's two-hour attack to SD Worx's daylong stranglehold, the 'opening weekend' shone a light on the classics season to come.

Will Julian Alaphilippe continue Deceuninck-Quick-Step's winning start? Will Mathieu van der Poel dominate? And what can Tom Pidcock do?

Dutch supremo's presence – and absence – could change the way both Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne are raced.

Leadout master Mørkøv pilots Irishman to first win of the season at UAE Tour to set ball rolling toward green jersey defense.

Jumbo-Visma plans to give Kuss added responsibility in 2021, but when will his big leadership chances arrive?

Overshadowed in his team and overlooked in the headlines, Yates is staking his claim in the Ineos hierarchy the way he knows best – by fighting.

Kuss takes first steps toward grand tour goals with early opportunity to test TT and climbing chops.

Coronavirus returns to the race in a throwback to last year's shuttered Emirati event.

Is Chris Froome still a contender? Is Sam Bennett still the fastest man in the bunch? And will Sepp Kuss continue climbing to the top of the peloton?

Can the Colombian sensation bounce back from injury and find a foothold in his team to take a second yellow jersey? We argue either side.

Coloradan ace feels no pressure as he sets wheels turning on season of increased responsibility at Jumbo-Visma.

Mørkøv believes that Cavendish has more wins in him as the Manxman hits 2021 with fresh vigor.

López is following the path of countryman Nairo Quintana in joining Movistar. Will he repeat Quintana's grand tour glories or just fill his place as a tactical pawn?

Sosa has always been one step behind Bernal in their shared pathway in the peloton. Is Sosa ready to step out from Bernal's shadow?

Bernal's nagging back injury and Alaphilippe's commitment to attack both survive early season climbing challenge

Young American unable to contest final sprint of Tour de la Provence having crashed with spectator leaning over the race barriers.

Duo relish prospect of teaming up in the Ardennes with Israel Start-Up Nation; Woods looking to learn from 'killer instinct' of Chris Froome.

How does Quintana revive his GC career with no Giro? What's Contador doing back in the bunch? And shed a tear for the absence of Androni Giocattoli and its brazen billboard apparel.

We discuss whether the 365-day demands on world-class riders is becoming too much for individuals to manage.

Julian Alaphilippe, Egan Bernal, Arnaud Démare and an ascent of the fearsome Ventoux headline four-stage race this week.

Cyclocross world champion and road star hopes others follow in the footsteps of Cofidis and Ag2r-Citroën in planning to launch women's teams.

Is Filippo Ganna the future for Ineos Grenadiers? Who's in form ahead of the classics? And who the heck is Jake Stewart?

Several riders in peloton call for officials to focus on course safety ahead of sanctioning the use of the top tube descending position.

The UCI plans to phase out the controversial — if unquestionably popular — descending position. We debate the merits of the 'super tuck.'

Welshman sees rise of Jumbo-Visma as positive for cycling and forcing Ineos Grenadiers to adapt.

Dutchwoman freed herself of pressure and expectation to score the rainbow jersey she'd repeatedly come close to.

Etoile de Bessèges this week to play host to three grand tour greats with career-defining questions to answer.

Clashes with Van Aert set to continue as Dutch cyclocross master begins inevitable pivot toward road racing.

If you had money to burn and could sign either one, who would it be? We ask our billionaire wanna-be's.

Newly crowned world champion to target Paris-Roubaix, Olympic selection and U.S 'crosses through 2021.

This weekend's cyclocross world championships will add fresh vigor to the duo's long rivalry ahead of cobblestone clashes in April.

Here's a full preview of this weekend's racing, from the curveball sandy course to the American challengers and a broadcaster guide.

Dual structure at Jumbo-Visma offers Vos the opportunity to tap into knowledge and expertise she seeks to keep improving.

Will the Dutch star quit for good after his stunning decision to put a temporary halt on racing?

The Slovak great turned 31 on Tuesday, so to celebrate the birthday of a true superstar of cycling, we reflect on his five top moments.

Outbreak of new variant of COVID-19 in host city puts this weekend's worlds at risk of closure.

Team reveals Tom Dumoulin had been receiving professional help last year, backs Dutchman in mutual decision to take a career break.

Dutchman returns home to 'take some time for himself' as he presses pause on race schedule.

Our take on how Jumbo-Visma fended off Ineos Grenadiers to secure Wout Van Aert's contract extension.

VeloNews caught up with the ever-restless Aussie about building his own swimming pool and how life has changed since retiring last autumn.

Team management continues to believe in Pinot as balance of power tilts toward Arnaud Démare at Groupama-FDJ.

Young Aussies stepped up to shine at last year's Giro to give fans Down Under the hope that their next GC star isn't far away.

Defending champion confident UAE Team Emirates has the firepower to control the race at this year's Tour de France.

Two young talents have been rivals through the junior ranks, but will take turns supporting one another in 2021.

Squad targeting victory with young Russian sensation at this year's Giro while Jakob Fuglsang prioritizes Ardennes and Olympics.

Mat Hayman trained through the off-season to be able to retire at the Tour Down Under, and a home crowd, a beer and a team victory made it worth it.

Team directors speak of Pogačar's progression, Hirschi's potential and how he was signed, and the squad's COVID vaccination.