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.
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Who knew what and what impact did it have on the race?
A lack of race radios and what racers say were infrequent and sometimes incorrect time checks appear to have led to confusion in the peloton.
From the Dutch disaster to Anna Kiesenhofer's sacrifice: Here's what the stars said after Sunday's road race shocker.
Annemiek Van Vleuten makes history with bittersweet silver, and Mathieu van der Poel revs up for mountain bike race.
Van Vleuten cheered a ‘victory’ as she crossed the line, unaware that Anna Kiesenhofer had already taken gold.
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.
With three Dutch riders in the top four at La Course, the nation looks set to dominate the Olympic Games road race next month. Can they be beaten, and how?
The 2019 winner has opted for a training camp at altitude to prepare for the Olympic Games in Tokyo.
Here's the news making the headlines on Thursday, June 10.
Annemiek van Vleuten discusses rain, beer, pasta, and the benefits of riding by feel instead of riding by numbers.
On the final climb to Lagunas de Neila Van der Breggen was the strongest, taking the win from Annemiek Van Vleuten on the line.
Here's the news making headlines for Sunday, May 23.
Here are the riders and teams to watch at the Spanish four-day women's race.
Most aggressive and impressive ride award goes to Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig who finished third behind Annemiek van Vleuten.
Here's the news making headlines for Monday, May 17.
Here's the news making headlines for Saturday, May 15.
Here's what's making headlines on Friday, May 14.
Annemiek van Vleuten gladly shares years of experience with her new Movistar teammates.
Vos, Van Vleuten, Van der Breggen, and Vollering named to Olympic team.
Here's the news making headlines for Sunday, May 9.
Here's what's making headlines on Thursday, May 6.
From 16th in the world rankings in 2020 to second in 2021, the Movistar women's team has gone from also-rans to world-beaters.
From Elisa Longo Borghini's town-sign sprint training to Primož Roglič's lost legs, here's what the key players said after the final classic of spring.
Demi Vollering beats Annemiek van Vleuten and Elisa Longo Borghini in five-up sprint.
The women's Liège-Bastogne-Liège is only five years old but it has never failed to excite.
Anna van der Breggen and Julian Alaphilippe complete world champion's podium sweep, while Michael Woods and Annemiek van Vleuten rue missed chances.
The explosive effort needed to win on the Mur de Huy is not van Vleuten's specialty – and that's why she's more excited by the challenge.
Demi Vollering and Annemiek van Vleuten round out podium in Valkenburg.
Dutch classic will be contested on a closed circuit designed to salvage the event and conserve the essence of race.
Amid the Paris-Roubaix come-down and the Ardennes hype, De Brabantse Pijl can be easy to miss but here are three reasons why you shouldn't.
This week, we look at how the 'Wolfpack' defanged Wout van Aert and Mathieu van der Poel, stand in awe of Annemiek van Vleuten, and soak up the ambiance of the Basque Country.
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.
Here's what's next for two stars at opposite ends of their career trajectories after winning Tour of Flanders.
Dutchwoman winds back the years with second Flanders win in 10 years after brutal Paterberg attack.
Lisa Brennauer sprinted to second ahead of Grace Brown in third.
Dutch star returns a decade later to win De Ronde with searing attack on the Paterberg.
From Annemiek van Vleuten's first win for Movistar to Bora-Hansgrohe's COVID comeback, everyone left Dwars door Vlaanderen pumped for De Ronde.
Van Vleuten wins from sprint after going clear with Kasia Niewiadoma in the final hour of the race.
Here's what's making headlines on Wednesday, March 17.
Strong institutional support and highly competitive national team help fuel Dutch dominance.
Chantal van den Broek-Blaak delivers second major win in 2021 for revived powerhouse.
Great photos from Rhode van Elsen and Ashley and Jered Gruber.
Julian Alaphilippe, Elisa Longo Borghini, Egan Bernal and more key players gnash teeth or secretly smile after spectacular racing Saturday.
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.
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.
'Every race matters more than ever.' Risk of rain, canceled races and high-powered SD Worx cranks pressure for women's WorldTour opener.
Everything you need to know about the course, the weather, and the contenders ahead of the 6th edition of Strade Bianche.
Rivalries, ambition, luck and team strength will play out across one of cycling's most spectacular routes at Strade Bianche.
How to watch Strade Bianche men's and women's races in real-time.
From Le Samyn to Strade Bianche to Paris-Nice, here's a look at this week's packed pro road racing calendar.
Annemiek van Vleuten, Julian Alaphilippe, Tom Pidcock and more key players gnash teeth or take quiet confidence after curtain-raising classic Saturday.
World champion takes victory at first opportunity for her newly reconfigured SD Worx team.
An uneven runway to the Belgian classics and off-season moves see the 2021 edition harder than usual to gauge.
The riders to watch and what the course holds for the opening race of the women's 2021 season.
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.
Iván García Cortina leads men's team with renewed push in northern classics.
Here's the news making headlines on Friday, February 19.
Organizers confirm wildcards for 'Belgian opener' as optimism grows that classics will be contested as scheduled this spring.
Racers will tackle the iconic white roads, with the familiar leg-busting finale, in early March.
A new e-sports team and arrivals of Annemiek van Vleuten, Iván García Cortina give brand more versatility.
Annemiek van Vleuten joined her Movistar teammates at the first training camp of the 2021 season and she is already feeling swept up in the family-like atmosphere of her new team.
Amanda Spratt steps into the captain's seat at Team BikeExchange following the departure of Annemiek van Vleuten.
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Dutchwoman sketches out ambitious schedule that includes stacked classics block, La Course, Giro Rosa and Olympic Games.
A closer look some of the most significant transfers ahead of the 2021 season.
Tadej Pogačar or Primož Roglič? Anna van der Breggen or Annemiek van Vleuten? Wout or Mathieu? On today's podcast we debate the top performers of 2020.
Dutch star believes newly bolstered Movistar, SD Worx and Jumbo-Visma teams will bring balance and add fireworks to women’s racing next year
The Dutch former world champion says her vacation time — this year she went SCUBA diving in Curaçao — helps her avoid the stagnancy of her 'comfort zone.'
There might only be two stages in the Alps next summer, but they will deliver surprises in the 2021 Tour de France.
Men's roster sees departure of Carlos Betancur while Leah Thomas joins growing women's squad.
Dutch superstar took the option to help develop young riders at Movistar rather than join the powerhouse of the women's peloton.
Some of the best male and female cyclists in the world will be racing for €8,000 as well as the honor of wearing both a digital and real-world rainbow jersey.
Signings of Annemiek van Vleuten and Leah Thomas marks start of renewed focus on women's racing at the Spanish squad.
Australian team made most of opportunities of pandemic-shortened season.
Californian racer transfers to Movistar in 2021 as she sets sights on selection for U.S. Olympic team.
Anna van der Breggen bridged to Annemiek van Vleuten, setting up a dramatic showdown at the Tour of Flanders. Instead, van der Breggen chose a different strategy that was ultimately successful.
After sitting out La Flèche Wallonne Féminine on Wednesday, the former world champion will return to racing with a broken wrist.
Dutch team places three riders in top-four at Imola as veteran leaders combine seamlessly to animate race.