
Kirsten Frattini
Kirsten Frattini has been the Editor of Cyclingnews since December 2025, overseeing editorial operations and output across the brand and delivering quality, engaging content.
She manages global budgets, racing & events, production scheduling, and contributor commissions, collaborating across content sections and teams in the UK, Europe, North America, and Australia to ensure audience and subscription growth across the brand.
Kirsten has a background in Kinesiology and Health Science. She has been involved in cycling from the community and grassroots level to professional cycling's biggest races, reporting on the WorldTour, Spring Classics, Tours de France, World Championships and Olympic Games.
She began her sports journalism career with Cyclingnews as a North American Correspondent in 2006 before moving into a Production Editor role in 2014, writing, producing and publishing international racing content. In 2018, Kirsten became Women's Editor – overseeing the content strategy, race coverage and growth of women's professional cycling – before becoming Deputy Editor in 2023.
Kirsten enjoys learning about the figures in our sport, delving into in-depth interviews, and writing about people and stories that move us and change our perspectives. She investigates, researches, and reports on some of cycling's major issues, and explores topics that go beyond our sport and have a worldwide impact.
Latest articles by Kirsten Frattini

'They're different sports, but it's incredible that someone so iconic is part of the team' - Biniam Girmay says former footballer Andrés Iniesta will help move cycling forward
By Kirsten Frattini published
News Tour de France green-jersey winner says NSN Cycling Team is the only one that can help him win a race

'I'm having surgery to stitch the tendon' - Davide Formolo sidelined for six weeks after teacup falls on big toe
By Kirsten Frattini published
News 'There's nothing you can do about it, life is strange sometimes' says Movistar rider

Puck Pieterse set to return to racing action at UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup in Namur
By Kirsten Frattini published
News Top Dutch riders make cyclocross return in series round four

Cycling transfers – All the latest news and announcements for the 2026 season
By Kirsten Frattini last updated
Transfer Index The ultimate guide to the pro cycling transfer window, tracking every move across the men's and women's WorldTours

Take our survey and help to shape the future of women's cycling
By Kirsten Frattini, Pete Trifunovic published
SURVEY Share your thoughts for a chance to win a $300/£250 Amazon voucher

'I need to take the time to fully recover' - Veronica Ewers steps away from elite cycling to continue RED-S recovery
By Kirsten Frattini published
News 'I’ve put myself into a hole by abusing my body for too long' Mutual decision between US rider and EF Education-Oatly aims to prioritise long-term well-being and health

'I want to win the Tour de France' - Demi Vollering fixes sights on yellow jersey with FDJ United-SUEZ in 2026
By Kirsten Frattini published
News French WorldTour roster presented in annual 'Grand Départ' kick-off to new season ahead

Amazon's Black Friday deal slashes prices on Magicshine RN1200 front bike light
By Kirsten Frattini published
Black Friday At 43% off in the UK and 41% off in the USA, we think this is by far the best-value front bike light that you can buy right now

'The rider may not be able to stop' - Trek recalls 75,000 bikes due to brake malfunctions
By Kirsten Frattini published
News Recall involves certain Trek and Electra-branded bicycles with coaster brakes and replacement rear wheels with coaster brakes

Canadian Cyclocross Championships: Tyler Clark claims elite men's title
By Kirsten Frattini published
Results Cody Scott second, Émile Perreault third in Lévis

Canadian Cyclocross Championships: Maghalie Rochette wins elite women's title
By Kirsten Frattini published
Results Sidney McGill second, Katja Verkerk third in Lévis

'Physically, I can do this' - Lael Wilcox to attempt the ride around the world outright record in 2026
By Kirsten Frattini, Will Jones published
News American ultra-endurance cyclist aims to beat Mark Beaumont's supported record of 78 days, 14 hours, and 40 minutes set in 2017

Snow and ice sports organisers say adding cyclocross to Olympic Winter Games would 'dilute brand, heritage and identity'
By Kirsten Frattini published
News 'If they were super popular sports they would already be in the Summer Games, and they're not' says International Biathlon Union's Secretary General

Tour de France winner Pauline Ferrand-Prévot and Giro d'Italia winner Simon Yates headline Rouleur Live in November
By Kirsten Frattini published
News Running from November 13-15, dozens of cycling stars will descend on London amid over 80 brand exhibitors

'Not fit enough to compete' - Ongoing illness sidelines Fem van Empel from Cyclocross European Championships title defense
By Kirsten Frattini published
News World Champion opts for training camp in Spain

French cycling champion Cindy Morvan killed in Calais
By Kirsten Frattini published
News 'We will not forget you, and our thoughts are especially with your two children' says French Cycling Federation in tribute

'We're no longer thinking about a quick return' - Eli Iserbyt faces setbacks after femoral artery complications
By Kirsten Frattini published
News Belgian faces relapse after four surgeries, seeks a second opinion from specialist

'Four more years' - Zwift extends Tour de France Femmes sponsorship through 2029
By Kirsten Frattini published
News 'The Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift continues to break records and exceed even our own expectations' says race director Marion Rousse

'The necessary resources are not available' - Lack of funding sees Tour Colombia cancelled in 2026
By Kirsten Frattini published
News Interest and support from some sponsors not enough to cover the required investment according to Colombian Cycling Federation

'Very exciting new chapter' - Matt White joins Movistar as co-head of new Race Department after leaving Jayco-AlUla
By Kirsten Frattini published
News 'We want to continue evolving as an organization and provide the team with a modern, efficient structure' says Head of Sports, Sebastián Unzué

11 of the most unexpected moments of the 2025 racing season
By Matilda Price, Kirsten Frattini published
Analysis In a season where some results almost seemed prewritten by dominant riders, here are 11 moments we didn't predict, from Classics underdogs and golden comebacks, to dramatic time trials and tactical masterclasses

Women's WorldTour – The definitive guide for 2025
By Kirsten Frattini last updated
Guide Everything you need to know about the top-tier professional racing series, teams, races and world ranking

Samara Maxwell and Christopher Blevins secure 2025 Mountain Bike World Series overall cross-country titles
By Kirsten Frattini, Simone Giuliani published
News In final round at Mont-Sainte-Anne Jenny Rissveds takes back-to-back win as Charlie Aldridge delivers home-nation XCO victory
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