Analysis

Movistar makes a statement, Jumbo-Visma and Ineos Grenadiers lose leaders as GC favorites shadowbox on Vuelta's first summit finish.

Vuelta packing mountain punch early in a climb that's steep enough to make some differences just three days into the race.

Alpecin-Fenix keeps punching above its weight, and Jasper Philipsen delivers to give team opening bunch sprint victories in all three grand tours in 2021.

Sepp Kuss, Quinn Simmons, Joe Dombrowski and Chad Haga headline the North American contingent at the 2021 Vuelta a España.

Primož Roglič will show off his new TT bike in the opening stage of the Vuelta a España.

The short and intense time trial could see some significant differences for any GC candidates who cannot negotiate the technical course.

Miguel Ángel López and Enric Mas take the lead for podium quest, with Alejandro Valverde as the wingman.

Temperatures in the first two weeks of the 2021 Vuelta a España could push into the upper-90s and even into the low-100s.

From Primož Roglič to Egan Bernal to Mikel Landa, these are the GC favorites for the Vuelta a España's red jersey.

Ineos Grenadiers could match Movistar and Jumbo-Visma as only teams to hit podiums in all three grand tours in one season since 1995.

Mark your calendars for these five stages of the Vuelta a España, which are likely to crown the overall victor.

Here's a handy explainer to help you understand the Omnium event at the 2021 Olympics.

Here's a handy explainer to help you understand the Sprint event at the 2021 Olympics.

Here's a handy explainer to help you understand the Madison event at the 2021 Olympics.

On today's podcast we examine Team USA's ups and downs at the Olympics. Then, Amber Neben and Haley Batten join the show.

Here's what to watch for in the Keirin at the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo.

The USA and Great Britain will go head-to-head in round one of the Team Pursuit. The world record could tumble again in this face-off but can either team step up to beat the Germans?

Here's what to watch for in the Team Pursuit event at the 2021 Olympics in Tokyo.

Here's what you need to know about the Olympic Team Sprint.

Here's what's making cycling tech headlines on Friday, July 30, 2021.

'Stick to sports' is a phrase used to silence people but sport cannot ignore the injustices and inequalities of society because it is not separate from it but an extension of it.

We discuss our favorite Olympic cycling memories in today's roundtable.

From Anna Kiesenhofer's breakaway win to Tom Dumoulin's return to the podium, these are some of the biggest moments in the Tokyo Olympics road race program.

The women's Olympic road race produced drama, confusion, and a Hollywood ending. Coryn Rivera takes us inside the thrilling finale.

As American superstar gymnast Simone Biles takes time out of Olympic competition for mental health reasons, Tom Dumoulin shows it is possible to come back at the highest level.

Since 1984, the U.S. cycling team has won at least one medal in Olympic Games competition, and the pressure is building going into BMX and track.

Maps, profiles, and favorites for the Olympic individual time trial, plus sage advice from Kristin Armstrong Savola.

The road riders take center stage once again at the Olympic games with the time trial. Who can win gold and who is in with a shot of a medal? VeloNews takes a look at some of the contenders.

Expect a showdown from Team France and Team USA, as Pauline Ferrand Prevot, Loana Lecomte, and Kate Courtney position themselves for gold.

Newly crowned gold medalist Thomas Pidcock promises to race at cyclocross worlds in Arkansas, while German star languishes in Tokyo hotel following COVID diagnosis.

Five years ago, the Dutchwoman was in a hospital after a horror crash at the Rio Olympics. With silver in Tokyo, she's completed a chapter in her journey that saw her become one of the world's best riders.

Richard Carapaz is Ecuador's second Olympic medalist, Brandon McNulty hits best US result since 2012, and how Tour de France riders fared in the Olympics.

There are only a few five-star favorites for the 2021 men's Olympic road race. We ranked 68 riders for Saturday's event.

Dumoulin will have big decisions to make about his future as a cyclist after racing for gold in the Tokyo Olympic time trial next week.

USA Cycling brings two starters against a field packed with European 'superpowers' for the elite men's road race.

Tour de France stars, last-chance veterans and rising phenoms headline the three teams to watch in Tokyo on Saturday.

The Tour de France boasts the biggest payout in professional racing, but there's a big gap between haves and have-nots in the peloton.

The Dutch women made history when they won back-to-back Olympic road race titles in London and Rio. Can they do it again with a third straight victory? There are few who would bet against it.

Here's your guide for this weekend's Olympic road races.

Once-mighty Ineos Grenadiers leaves the Tour de France with a podium spot, but for the richest team in the peloton, is that enough?

Jumbo-Visma won three stages and finishes second overall with only four riders.

Swiss newspaper cites unnamed riders in the peloton saying that rear hubs from several top teams are making 'strange noises' and raised the specter of 'motor-doping'

Mauro Gianetti: 'The current crop of riders are suffering from mistakes of the past'

What would a prestigious Tour de France top-three mean to the diverse bunch of GC hopefuls chasing behind a peerless Tadej Pogačar?

Now second overall, the Tour de France rookie on track for best Danish result since Bjarne Riis won in 1996.

Richard Carapaz racing to defend Ineos-Grenadiers' Tour de France honor in the race it once ruled.

Colombian superstar is the calm eye of the Tour de France hurricane as he pedals within podium range ahead of two decisive climbing stages.

Think Mark Cavendish has the green jersey won already? Think again. Michael Matthews and Sonny Colbrelli are both making a charge for green.

Wednesday's grueling summit finale to the Col du Portet could be the last chance for rivals to shake loose the yellow jersey.

Why is the 2021 Tour de France so hard? Riders point to a brutal week 1, Mathieu van der Poel's early aggression, and Tadej Pogačar.

With Tadej Pogačar and UAE-Team Emirates taking a hands-off approach to the race and others concerned with cracking the yellow jersey, could there be a surprise podium finisher?

A pivot to GC-mode after landing two stage wins would hand Jumbo-Visma the team strength and solo sizzle needed to unseat Pogačar.

Many riders call the principality home for clean living, low taxes, and high-altitude roads.

Some are worried that media restrictions imposed during the COVID pandemic will remain in place even after health conditions improve.

Chris Froome says he's in 'survival' mode and that Vuelta a España start is no guarantee.

Veteran pro isn't ready to throw anyone under the bus based on performance: 'There is really one person who knows, and it is him.'

Hot off the stage win on Mont Ventoux, a revived Jumbo-Visma looks to possible podium in Paris.

What happens when the Tour de France invades a small French village? Months of planning are over in a flash.

Yellow jersey defends lead despite pressure from all sides on Mont Ventoux as Tour de France hits equator.

Jonas Vingegaard exposes tiniest of cracks in Pogačar's armor as Tour de France GC battle takes on a new twist.

After sprinting against Mark Cavendish on stage 10, Wout van Aert wins over Mont Ventoux on stage 11. Where is the limit for the Belgian and can he be a future GC contender?

With Anna van der Breggen's retirement fast approaching, we must appreciate the time we have with one of the classiest bike riders in the bunch.

Mark Cavendish now seems poised to equal or break Eddy Merckx's stage record, and the story couldn't come at a better moment.

Some question the yellow jersey's dominance but Pogačar and team point out that luck and legs have been on his side.

EF Education-Nippo rallying around Colombian veteran who pedals into second half of Tour de France poised for another top spot in Paris.

Mark Cavendish is closing in on the all-time stage-win record of 34 — let's take a dive into his improving chance of equalling Merckx.

Sprint rivals Arnaud Démare and Bryan Coquard eliminated, along with Nic Dlamini in brutal stage across French Alps.

Though Primož Roglič remains the most versatile and dangerous among the GC favorites, did he already miss his chance to win the yellow jersey?

Some suggested that Movistar chased down Richard Carapaz on Friday to settle an old grudge, but those days are long gone in today's high-speed peloton.

After Primož Roglič lost time Friday, the team quickly pivoted to a more aggressive approach, and Sepp Kuss charged into the void.

Jumbo-Visma must go back to the drawing board after Primož Roglič lost nearly four minutes on the road to Le Creusot but what should they do?

Rivals could be running out of options to attack as the Alps loom with favorable ground for defending champion.

British super-team on its heels after uneven start to 2021 Tour de France.

A sleepless night, a 900km drive and a determined ride sees Mathieu van der Poel keep yellow for another day at the Tour de France.

Chris Froome once ruled the Tour de France, now banged up and bruised, he's racing to make the time cut.

Canadian star says the now-banned 'super-tuck' isn't behind a spate of crashes, and puts blame on narrow roads, stressed peloton.

Some see a relatively young and inexperienced UAE-Team Emirates as a possible opening to attack Tadej Pogačar if the wind kicks up later this week.

The most prolific sprinter in Tour de France history turns back the pages and says he's racing for the love of the sprint.

Jumbo-Visma braces for time loses in Wednesday’s time trial against Tadej Pogačar.