Nicholas HellenFreelance writerNicholas Hellen is a lifelong news journalist who has spent his career at the Sunday Times, where he has served as media editor, news editor, assistant editor and social affairs editor and transport editor. Latest articles by Nicholas Hellen How did watching cycling become so expensive, and what does it say about the business of pro cycling? By Nicholas Hellen published 17 May 25 Sponsored As the cost of watching cycling on TV increases, Cyclingnews analyses the driving forces behind the change and where all the money ends up 5 Comments Member Exclusive Get The Leadout NewsletterThe latest race content, interviews, features, reviews and expert buying guides, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1USCX retains $15,000 prize purse across three events in 2026 and adjusts opener for later start at Rochester Cyclocross to avoid 'heated sufferfest' of early September2Tadej Pogačar's torn Milan-San Remo jersey sells for record amount in charity auction3O Gran Camiño: Julius Johansen takes first pro victory in opening time trial for UAE Team Emirates-XRG4'Now it feels like we had leftover crowds' – Taking the temperature of the new Paris-Roubaix Femmes format5Ben Turner to Soudal-QuickStep in 2027 and Arnaud De Lie to leave Lotto-Intermarché? – Belgian media start rumour mill early for next season
How did watching cycling become so expensive, and what does it say about the business of pro cycling? By Nicholas Hellen published 17 May 25 Sponsored As the cost of watching cycling on TV increases, Cyclingnews analyses the driving forces behind the change and where all the money ends up 5 Comments
