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The cycling governing body is linking up with other international federations to update eligibility requirements for transgender riders.

Group representing most of the top teams comes out swinging with a strong rebuke of what it says is the cycling governing body's lack of transparency, conflict of interest

All 18 teams for the 2019 WorldTour meet criteria for WorldTour license, with second-tier Cofidis also making the cut for 2020.

It's been a decade since the WorldTour started — what's changed? Not a lot, at least at first glance

UCI exploring partnering with the International Testing Agency in order to boost anti-doping measures.

Organizers, teams say they are ‘starving’ under proposed 2020 changes to calendar

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In a first of its kind, cycling's governing body has fined a WorldTour event organizer for dangerous race conditions

New events on both the men's and women's side in recently-released schedule as UCI begins wave of reforms.

Cycling's governing body vows to act to improve rider safety in 2020 as it confirms a ban for two more riders linked to the Aderlass scandal

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Italy's fall classics don't get the attention they deserve, but a new project could help revive some of cycling's most prestigious races

Velon, owner of the Hammer Series, has filed an anti-competition complaint against the UCI, alleging that the governing body was refusing to register the Hammer Series events for 2020.

Some are giving the UCI's novel mixed relay race the benefit of a doubt, but Belgian manager Patrick Lefevere isn't one of them

Cycling's governing body is moving for changes in elite road racing, and highlights results from a recent survey to back its vision

Reports of Bjarne Riis's return make waves as teams and the UCI huddle to create WorldTour road map for 2020

The UCI is asking fans to take a survey for how to improve professional road racing. We appreciate the gesture, and have some not-so serious improvements we'd like to make

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The UCI's confirmation of Cobo's sanction means Chris Froome could be named the official winner of the 2011 Vuelta a España

Baltimore could become the next U.S. city to host a major international road race

Cycling's governing body promises new methods to combat the threat of 'mechanized doping' within racing

Colombian climber Jarlinson Pantano fails out-of-competition anti-doping test. The February 26 control showed the presence of EPO.

Every four years, the UCI will bring together all of cycling’s disciplines, except cyclocross, for two weeks of rainbow chasing. Why?

The UCI will open the door for two top-ranked second-division teams to race grand tours and will create a Classics Series.

Team manager cannot be held accountable for accusations of "manipulation, intimidation, and fat-shaming," says UCI.

Despite André Cardoso's vigorous denials and a legal appeal, UCI bans Portugese rider four years for EPO positive from June 2017.

UCI chief announces powerful painkiller to be banned and screened for via organization's own pin-prick test

Switzerland will host UCI Road World Championships in 2020, with 2021 worlds to take place in Flanders

UCI adds e-MTB race to 2019 world championships schedule, tightens prototype rules, and restructures pro women's peloton.

The head of the CPA was critical of rider protests this week ahead of Thursday's controversial vote to determine the next union president.

The UCI's slate of reforms won't reduce number of WorldTour teams and will offer ProTeams a clear pathway to the Tour de France.

The peloton disagrees with the process laid out by the CPA for its presidential vote on Thursday in Austria.

LottoNL-Jumbo boss fears teams have limited voice in a financial model that is not working for teams or riders

With the UCI pushing a major reform agenda and the CPA presidency up for election, extra intrigue surrounds the 2018 world championships.

Vuelta boss believes in nurturing the sport from the bottom up rather than imposing limits

Representatives from the top pro teams told the UCI they will not accept a proposal to drop the number of WorldTour teams from 18 to 15.

Based on his experience as UCI president, Pat McQuaid says the latest round of reforms will favor Tour de France and other race organizers.

A key meeting this Wednesday in Madrid could create a rift between teams and cycling's governing body.

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The UCI hopes to prevent mechanical fraud, and new technology allows it to leave no bike unscanned.

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Two cases involving riders at opposite ends of the peloton in terms of power and influence shake the anti-doping system to its core.

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After the UCI dropped the anti-doping case with Chris Froome, a cloud of questions lingered.

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The UCI's rule on sock height is one of many vague regulations that seem silly. Why even bother with rules like this one?

Cycling's governing body will not allow riders to race with the substance spread on their skin for the purpose of gaining aero benefits.

Recently elected UCI president David Lappartient brings political cunning and diplomatic prowess to usher cycling into new era.

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The UCI introduces a new mobile trailer that will be a comprehensive way for officials to check for motors on-site at pro races.

The UCI will unveil a beefed-up set of measures and an arsenal of methods to detect so-called mechanical doping Wednesday.

For 2018, the UCI relaxed the time gap for splits in bunch sprints and added a “TV commissaire” who will monitor broadcasts for infractions.

New UCI president David Lappartient highlighted the fact that he works for the cycling federation, not Tour de France owner ASO.

Two judges are reportedly following a money trail that could lead to "high-level" cyclists.

How will the UCI crack down on motor cheating? Why did it settle the case with Sagan over his Tour de France disqualification?

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Will smaller teams make for a safer and more dynamic Tour de France? Organizers hope so, but team bosses are skeptical.

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Former UCI president Brian Cookson shared too many of his responsibilities as head of the governing body, insiders told VeloNews.

Bob Stapleton, who serves on the USA Cycling board and the UCI's management committee, wants the playing field leveled.

The day after he was elected UCI president, David Lappartient said he would like to see women's cycling grow.

Frenchman David Lappartient will succeed Briton Brian Cookson as UCI president after winning a landslide election on Thursday in Bergen.

The UCI presidential election is only one week away. The Outer Line evaluates the candidates and picks a favorite to lead cycling.

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VeloNews caught up withUCI President Brian Cookson in Paris for a wide-ranging interview about the state of professional cycling.

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UCI jury president Philippe Mariën stands behind decision to disqualify Peter Sagan for 'endangering' Mark Cavendish in the stage 4 finish

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The UCI says it will cut team sizes at the Tour de France and other grand tours in 2018. It says one fewer rider per team will improve safety.

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The longtime UCI president served at the top of the UCI between 1991 and 2005.

With an eye to safety, the UCI rolls out more comprehensive training for race staffers who drive vehicles in the caravan.

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The UCI is issuing far less TUEs than it did before, now that president Brian Cookson has put tighter restrictions in place.