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A sprinter wins a mountain stage: The Vuelta a España throws up more unpredictability

A sprinter wins a mountain stage: The Vuelta a España throws up more unpredictability

Kaden Groves took the victory on another surprising day at La Vuelta

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Devastating Roglič: Is Ben O'Connor's Vuelta a España dream fading?

Devastating Roglič: Is Ben O'Connor's Vuelta a España dream fading?

The Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe rider took more time back on stage 13

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The last of the great dreamers? Why Pablo Castrillo's Vuelta win is more important than it seems

The last of the great dreamers? Why Pablo Castrillo's Vuelta win is more important than it seems

Changes to the UCI rulings could mean fewer victories from the underdog teams

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Luck of the Irish - at last: Eddie Dunbar's triumphant return to glory at the Vuelta a España

Luck of the Irish - at last: Eddie Dunbar's triumphant return to glory at the Vuelta a España

The Irishman finally secured his first WorldTour victory, proving his resilience and undeniable talent as an athlete

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Making the extraordinary look ordinary: Wout van Aert is back at his versatile best

Making the extraordinary look ordinary: Wout van Aert is back at his versatile best

The Belgian impressed with a dominant victory over hilly terrain as the Vuelta began its second week

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Another blockbuster, another new-look GC at the Vuelta a España

Another blockbuster, another new-look GC at the Vuelta a España

The Vuelta a España continues to defy expectations as Ben O’Connor holds his lead, and unexpected attacks shake up the race

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Roglič bites back: the fight for the Vuelta is on

Roglič bites back: the fight for the Vuelta is on

The three-time champion took almost a minute back on current leader Ben O'Connor on stage eight

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No more margin for error: How Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe plan to take back control at the Vuelta a España

No more margin for error: How Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe plan to take back control at the Vuelta a España

After a costly mistake, Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe came back fighting on stage seven

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Has Ben O'Connor staked a claim for Vuelta victory?

Has Ben O'Connor staked a claim for Vuelta victory?

Ben O'Connor of Decathlon AG2R LA Mondiale spectacularly won stage six of the Vuelta a España to become the new race leader

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Wout van Aert soars in the Vuelta's red jersey

Wout van Aert soars in the Vuelta's red jersey

The Belgian executed a perfect sprint on stage three to end his drought of victories

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Wout van Aert's season of frustration continues into the Vuelta

Wout van Aert's season of frustration continues into the Vuelta

The Belgian's start in Portugal has reflected a growing pattern of narrowly missing out on victories

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Visma-Lease a Bike chasing UAE Team Emirates from the get-go at the Vuelta a España

Visma-Lease a Bike chasing UAE Team Emirates from the get-go at the Vuelta a España

It is UAE Team Emirates who are in the driving seat after the opening time trial

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This is radio clash: the debate over keeping race radios is back again

This is radio clash: the debate over keeping race radios is back again

New trials prompt high-profile spats over the role of radios in racing

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The nine breakthrough riders set to emerge at the 2024 Vuelta a España

The nine breakthrough riders set to emerge at the 2024 Vuelta a España

It’s common for young stars to first show their potential at the Vuelta a España, and this year will be no different with a host...

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Panache, attacks, angry rants and two gold medals: A Remco Evenepoel Olympic masterpiece

Panache, attacks, angry rants and two gold medals: A Remco Evenepoel Olympic masterpiece

Remco Evenepoel delivered another masterpiece as he became the first ever man to win Olympic road race and time trial gold in the same year

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Bart Lemmen: From captain in the military to Visma-Lease a Bike’s Tour team in 18 months

Bart Lemmen: From captain in the military to Visma-Lease a Bike’s Tour team in 18 months

Replacing Sepp Kuss in Visma-Lease a Bike’s Tour de France team is a 28-year-old rider who was working as a military captain just 18 months...

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Bernal is back: Why the Ineos Grenadiers rider is being tipped for a Tour de France top-five

Bernal is back: Why the Ineos Grenadiers rider is being tipped for a Tour de France top-five

The Colombian returns to the race he won in 2019 with a genuine hope of a top placing for the first time since his devastating...

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Tour de France 2024: Who can challenge Jasper Philipsen in the sprints?

Tour de France 2024: Who can challenge Jasper Philipsen in the sprints?

A look at the fast men in contention for the crown of sprint king at this year's Tour

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Tour de France 2024 predictions: Who will stand out in cycling's biggest race?

Tour de France 2024 predictions: Who will stand out in cycling's biggest race?

From the overall winner to the most dutiful domestique, Rouleur makes its predictions for the 2024 Tour de France

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Inside Project 35: How Mark Cavendish has prepared for his Tour de France swansong

Inside Project 35: How Mark Cavendish has prepared for his Tour de France swansong

As the start of the Tour fast approaches, Mark Cavendish's coach reveals how the Manxman has been preparing for his bid at history

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Maximum effort: why Maxim Van Gils is content to fly under the radar in his quest for greatness

Maximum effort: why Maxim Van Gils is content to fly under the radar in his quest for greatness

Belgium's potential new superstar on football style, a superb spring, and big ambitions

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Now for the Tour? Why the smart money is on Tadej Pogačar completing a historic double

Now for the Tour? Why the smart money is on Tadej Pogačar completing a historic double

A sublime show of dominance in the Giro bodes well for the Slovenian's aim a of second Grand Tour win in July

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Defend or attack? Tadej Pogačar keeps his plans cryptic for the Giro's final week

Defend or attack? Tadej Pogačar keeps his plans cryptic for the Giro's final week

Despite boasting one of the biggest leads in recent history, the Slovenian keeps his options open when it comes to advancing his position in the...

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The greatest showman: Tadej Pogačar adds another dazzling performance to his growing legacy

The greatest showman: Tadej Pogačar adds another dazzling performance to his growing legacy

The Slovenian is now out of sight of his rivals in the Giro d'Italia GC, just as he was on the queen stage to Livigno

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'Cycling is not as predictable as people sometimes think' - Dani Martínez and Bora-Hansgrohe are promising more at the Giro d’Italia

'Cycling is not as predictable as people sometimes think' - Dani Martínez and Bora-Hansgrohe are promising more at the Giro d’Italia

The Colombian sits second on GC at the first rest day and, while Tadej Pogačar remains well ahead, Martínez says he will try something in...

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Vuelta Femenina 2024: what it taught us about how the Tour de France Femmes will be raced

Vuelta Femenina 2024: what it taught us about how the Tour de France Femmes will be raced

While Demi Vollering expectedly ran away with the general classification, there were signs that emerging riders may be able to provide a significant challenge to...

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Ready to dominate again: Demi Vollering returns to her ruthless best at the Vuelta

Ready to dominate again: Demi Vollering returns to her ruthless best at the Vuelta

After an uncharacteristic winless run so far this season, Vollering dismissed any transfer saga induced difficulties with a crushing win at the Vuelta

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Pulling up trees: How Britain's Joe Blackmore is already making a name for himself on the road

Pulling up trees: How Britain's Joe Blackmore is already making a name for himself on the road

The multi-discipline rider, just 21, has has made instant impact since joining the Israel-Premier Tech Academy team this year

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