Commentary: I’m already losing hope in Chris Froome’s comeback
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.
Since his first Tour de France win in 2013, Chris Froome has been the GC rider of reference in the Tour. Through 2017, the Brit won four yellow jerseys (2013, 2015, 2016, 2017), a polka-dot jersey (2015), and six stages along the way, plus he won a stage in the 2012 Tour. He also won the 2017 Vuelta and the 2018 Giro d’Italia.
Since his first Tour de France win in 2013, Chris Froome has been the GC rider of reference in the Tour. Through 2017, the Brit won four yellow jerseys (2013, 2015, 2016, 2017), a polka-dot jersey (2015), and six stages along the way, plus he won a stage in the 2012 Tour. He also won the 2017 Vuelta and the 2018 Giro d’Italia.
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.
Four-time Tour de France winner compares himself to Tom Brady, and says 'nothing' holding him back from fifth yellow jersey.
No signs of public acrimony over split between star rider and manager.
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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?
Israel Start-Up Nation downplays expectations in 2021 debut for four-time Tour de France champion.
Tadej Pogačar, Chris Froome headline marquee start-list for WorldTour opener.
Grand tour star looking to race into his late-30s as he aims for a fifth Tour de France.
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 much will racing be affected by position bans? Two leading aerodynamicists share their data.
But there's some stuff he leaves out, too
Four-time Tour winner still skeptical of disc-brake-equipped road bikes.
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.'
Team boss Dave Brailsford isn't resting on his laurels and is committed to stay at the forefront of the peloton’s tactical innovation.
Race drawing likes of Chris Froome, Mathieu van der Poel and Tadej Pogačar as officials press on with February dates.
Tadej Pogačar, Mathieu van der Poel and Filippo Ganna also headline star-studded startlist for February race.
The six-year-old team will line up with existing stars around Chris Froome, including Dan Martin, Andre Greipel, and Alex Dowsett. But, money doesn’t necessarily buy competitive success.
Aussie multi-sport star returned to the WorldTour in 2020 to shine at Kona, but ended up racing more than ever expected on the road.
As he heads into a new season with a new team, Chris Froome is hopeful of Tour win number five.
Chris Froome opens up about winning a fifth Tour at age 36, taking on Jumbo-Visma in France, and the details of his recovery.
These are the moves that matter ahead of the 2021 men's racing season.
With two individual time trials back in the mix, how much of a factor will they be in the 2021 Tour de France?
Froome relishing change of environment after 11 years with Team Sky; commits to riding out career with new team.
Team looking to forge identity and focus early as it brings in wide swathe of talent to support Tour de France ambitions.
Longtime training partner Cameron Wurf urged four-time Tour de France winner to 'start over.'
February race to host a record 14 WorldTour teams with American squad Rally Cycling also invited.
On this week's episode we discuss Marc Hirschi's surprise transfer and Chris Froome's rehab. Then, we catch up with Cameron Wurf on switching from pro cycling to triathlon and back.
Four-time Tour winner traveled to California with his family shortly after Vuelta a España to begin next chapter of his career.
New season, new kits. But which of the 2021 team jerseys is the best? And which kits swing and a miss?
Chris Froome will remain in California while most of the team will convene for a camp in Spain.
Chris Froome and Miguel Ángel López begin new chapters in their respective careers in 2021.
The Spanish star's career was marked by searing victories, emotional highs, and devastating lows.
Worsening health conditions could mean Chris Froome and Peter Sagan won't be starting the 2021 season in Argentina.
Back-to-back summit finales in closing week could tip balance in favor of climbers in the 2021 Tour de France.
Double ascent of Mont Ventoux and first touch with Pyrénées on tap.
Grand tour star to begin 'much-anticipated new chapter of career' on roads of Argentina in January.
The Kenyan rider believed in himself through trials and tribulations.
Israel Start-Up Nation has rocked the transfer market this year with some big-budget, big-name signings. But can it buy victories?
British former pro rider Cherie Pridham set to join squad for 2021 having owned and managed British conti team Vitus Pro Cycling.
Contract extensions with Guillaume Boivin and Reto Hollenstein close out team with arrival of Chris Froome and Michael Woods.
Sylvan Adams: ‘We are all-in with Chris.’
History is on his side: Every five-time Tour de France winner won one of their yellow jerseys in a year ending in 'one.'
Peloton's 'puncheurs' and GC riders will be challenged right from ‘grand départ’ at 2021 Tour de France.
Four Israeli riders extend with Israel Start-Up Nation for 2021.
British rider is latest to extend with Israel Start-Up Nation, with ambitions for hour record and Olympic Games.
Irish veteran rides to career-best fourth place at the Vuelta to confirms his position in the team ahead of major changes in 2021.
Four-time Tour de France winner set to begin new adventure at Israel Start-Up Nation in 2021.
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Chris Froome leaves 2020 Vuelta with a new trophy and motivation to return to try to win another one.
The grand tour great feels his form is returning as he races himself back to fitness ahead of a high-profile move to Israel Start-Up Nation.
Tension continues to broil over time splits that put Primož Roglič into leader's jersey at Vuelta a España.
Riders and teams were unsure if Friday's sharp finish would be classified as a sprinter stage or as a hilltop finale.
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Froome's custom-painted Pinarello Dogma F12 will be auctioned for charity, but there is no word yet on when the Oakleys will be for sale.
Dan Martin said he expects Chris Froome to transform Israel Start-Up Nation next season.
Sunday's race traces same climbs where Chris Froome was caught out by Alberto Contador and Nairo Quintana in raid that decided 2016 Vuelta a España.
Chris Froome taking long view despite rough start at Vuelta a España.
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Chris Froome will need to finish the Vuelta a España to carry momentum into 2021.
Two-time champion Chris Froome couldn't keep pace on the opening stage at Vuelta a España.
Uncertain weather, COVID challenges and a deep field set up Vuelta a España as fitting end to unprecedented season.
Chris Froome vows to be a helper for team leader Richard Carapaz at Vuelta a España in final race with Ineos Grenadiers.
Chris Froome in final race in Ineos Grenadiers jersey at Vuelta a España.
After just three action-packed days, what's in store for the rest of the Giro d'Italia?
Chris Froome, Geraint Thomas, Mathieu van der Poel and Vincezo Nibali line up for eight-stage Italian race Monday.
Four-time Tour champ will help in design of new time trial bike.
The 2020 Tirreno-Adriatico will challenge riders with more than 15,000 meters of vertical elevation gain, as well as offer sprinters and rouleurs multiple chances for wins.
David Brailsford's decision to leave Geraint Thomas home from the 2020 Tour de France will doom Team Ineos Grenadiers. Thomas has the experience and savvy that could have helped the young squad thrive in this unorthodox Tour.
Our first Active Pass roundtable features questions from our readers. The biggest question on everyone's mind: Will Chris Froome ever win the Tour de France again?
‘We have a professional relationship and a personal relationship which is absolutely good on both fronts,’ said the Ineos Grenadiers boss.
On this week's podcast we analyze Team Ineos Grenadiers' decision to leave Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas at home during the 2020 Tour de France. Also, we complete our analysis of the race's top contenders for yellow.
From Anquetil to Indurain, every rider who won four Tour titles went on to win a fifth.
Team Ineos Grenadiers will be all-in for Bernal at this year's Tour. Will the team's new generation of talent hold off Jumbo-Visma?
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How many masters racers do you know who can bring the Giro d'Italia to new countries?
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This week we analyze the Tour de France contenders, and break down the action from the Critérium du Dauphiné.
Moves eliminate risk of Tour squabbling, and opens up Ineos for possible grand tour sweep.