Laura Weislo
Laura raced in the United States as a category 1 racer through 2010, competing on the UCI level in the early 2000s at races like the Redlands Cycling Classic, Philadelphia International Classic, Athens Twilight criterium while working full time as a molecular biologist. Having caught the cycling bug, she tossed away her BS in Biology and Masters of Science in Genetics and left the world of corporate America to join Cyclingnews in 2006. She immediately faced the seriousness of professional cycling while covering the Gent Six Day where Spaniard Isaac Galvez lost his life. This incident and the many others have pushed her to highlight stories around rider safety. The year she joined Cyclingnews was also the year of Operacion Puerto, the beginning of the massive doping scandal and reckoning that eventually saw Lance Armstrong banned for life. Through massive changes in the sport, the internet, and the emergence of social media and a radically altered media landscape, Laura has helped lead Cyclingnews into the modern era of professional cycling and ensure that Cyclingnews has the most trusted, independent, and authentic reporting on the sport.
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Ruta del Sol shortened to three days as stage 2 also cancelled due to protests
By Laura Weislo published
News Lack of police due to farmer demonstrations slashes ProSeries race
Magnus Sheffield opens up about seeing aftermath of Gino Mäder's fatal crash
By Laura Weislo published
News American says 'The crash reminded me of how fragile life can be'
Volta ao Algarve: Gerben Thijssen fastest in opening sprint stage to take first leader's jersey
By Laura Weislo published
Results A messy bunch sprint opens five-day race in Lagos
Geraint Thomas: 'It's as if it's junior or U23 racing. There's less respect'
By Laura Weislo, Daniel Ostanek published
News Welshman discusses his longevity and relationship with younger riders amid changes in pro cycling
Tour of Oman final stage shortened to 72km due to extreme weather
By Laura Weislo published
News Green Mountain remains as decisive moment
EF Education-ONTO junior team raising the next generation of US pro cyclists
By Laura Weislo published
Interview Cyclingnews speaks with team director Rusty Miller about how the development team is giving young riders a path to the pro ranks or the experience of a lifetime
Tour Colombia: Harold Tejada wins stage 2 in kick to line ahead of Piccolo and Sevilla
By Laura Weislo, Barry Ryan published
Results Astana rider moves into GC lead after first professional victory
Operation Ilex report suggests athletes are still 'gaming the system' a la Armstrong
By Laura Weislo published
News No overnight and weekend lab testing in Spain makes drugs harder to detect
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