Dani Ostanek is Senior News Writer at Cyclingnews, having joined in 2017 as a freelance contributor, later being hired full-time. Before joining the team, she had written for numerous major publications in the cycling world, including Cycling Weekly and Rouleur.
Dani has reported from the world's top races and has interviewed many of the sport's biggest stars, such as Mathieu van der Poel and Demi Vollering. Her favourite races include the Tour de France Femmes, Paris-Roubaix, and Tro-Bro Léon.
Latest articles by Dani Ostanek

New setback for Christophe Laporte and Visma-Lease a Bike as Frenchman drops out of Samyn Classic following strong Opening Weekend
By Dani Ostanek published
News Laporte had shown signs that he was back after his write-off 2025 campaign

'Flemish Classics give me butterflies in my stomach' – Jasper Philipsen prepared to take any opportunities to win this spring at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad and beyond
By Dani Ostanek published
News 'Now that we are stronger collectively, we start with a clearer plan' says Belgian of Mathieu van der Poel's late decision to start

'I'm at the front, and that's what's expected now' – Paul Seixas among a cast of stars heading to France for the 'Alternative Opening Weekend'
By Dani Ostanek published
News Frenchman joins Matteo Jorgenson, Ben Healy, Egan Bernal and more at Faun-Ardèche Classic and Faun Drôme Classic.

Tour du Rwanda: Itamar Einhorn wins again in stage 6 sprint finish
By Dani Ostanek published
Results NSN score one-two finish in Musanze as Hodei Muñoz takes third place

'I hope I can make it to the finale' – 19-year-old Imogen Wolff sets sights high for Omloop Het Nieuwsblad debut
By Dani Ostanek published
News 'We're curious to see where she stands now' says Visma-Lease a Bike directeur Jos van Emden

'They will fly together again' – Franky the parrot, Michele Scarponi's viral training partner, dies in factory fire
By Dani Ostanek published
News Parrot rode with Italian cyclist during his training rides before he was hit by a van driver and killed in 2017

Strade Bianche honours triple winner Tadej Pogačar with a gravel sector bearing his name
By Dani Ostanek published
News World champion follows Fabian Cancellara in having a sector named after him

A big-name debutant and a trio of former winners – Riders to watch at the men's Omloop Het Nieuwsblad
By Dani Ostanek published
Analysis Our selection of the top favourites on Saturday as the Belgian racing season gets underway

Giro di Sardegna: Davide Donati takes sprint win from reduced peloton on stage 2
By Dani Ostanek published
Results Italian beats Gianmarco Garofoli and Patrick Boje Frydkjær in Carbonia

'Just the way we like it' – Lotte Kopecky announces 'fully packed spring campaign'
By Dani Ostanek published
News Belgian starts at Omloop Het Nieuwsblad before racing four spring Monuments and Vuelta España Femenina

'That's unreal' – Mads Pedersen's pace of recovery leaves teammates in 'absolute shock' as Dane hits the road in Mallorca training camp
By Dani Ostanek published
News Pedersen hits another milestone three weeks on from fracturing his collarbone and wrist

'Support with heart, not hate' – Classics spectators urged to respect riders after string of incidents
By Dani Ostanek published
News Organisation hopes to dissuade roadside fans from negative actions such as throwing beer and abusing riders this spring Classics season

Tour du Rwanda: Mathijs De Clercq wins stage 4 from early breakaway
By Dani Ostanek published
Results Belgian beats Moritz Kretschy and Mauro Cuylits to the line in Rubavu

'The team’s management ultimately felt it made sense to include her' – Lotte Claes will defend her Omloop Het Nieuwsblad title after all
By Dani Ostanek published
News Belgian will wear the number one dossard on Saturday after initially being left out of six-rider squad

'Spring campaign locked in' – Mathieu van der Poel confirms Omloop Het Nieuwsblad debut and full Classics programme
By Dani Ostanek published
News 'After a few solid weeks on the bike, he feels race-ready' say Alpecin-Premier Tech

Bäckstedt, Scaroni, and beyond – Riders on the verge of a breakthrough this Spring Classics season
By Dani Ostanek published
Analysis Our selection of riders who could take a step to the next level this March and April

The latest information on Mathieu van der Poel's season build-up
By Dani Ostanek published
News Dutchman's training partner Freddy Ovett posts 'Omloop or nah' Strava ride as speculation mounts ahead of Opening Weekend

'In a way, I do find it a shame' – Defending champion Lotte Claes not selected for Omloop Het Nieuwsblad
By Alasdair Fotheringham published
News Surprise winner of 2025 race initially disappointed to miss Belgian season opener before her team confirms she will be selected, after all

Clásica de Almería: Federica Venturelli sprints to victory on her professional racing debut
By Dani Ostanek published
Results Italian outpaces Arlenis Sierra and Jasmin Liechti to win in Tabernas

Tour du Rwanda: Itamar Einhorn scores opening stage victory
By Dani Ostanek published
Results NSN rider takes the win ahead of Hodei Muñoz and Mewael Girmay

UAE Tour: Jonathan Milan takes final stage sprint win as Isaac del Toro secures overall victory
By Dani Ostanek published
Results Italian beats Erlend Blikra and Sam Welsford to the line in race's quickest-ever stage

Classic Var: Jason Tesson sprints to TotalEnergies' first victory of the 2026 season
By Dani Ostanek published
Results Frenchman beats Tord Gudmestad and Rick Pluimers to the line in Brignoles

UAE Tour: Isaac del Toro triumphs on Jebel Hafeet summit finish to take race lead from Antonio Tiberi
By Dani Ostanek published
Results Luke Plapp and Felix Gall fill out stage podium as Italian loses 31 seconds and red jersey
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