
Patrick Fletcher
Patrick is an NCTJ-accredited journalist with a bachelor’s degree in modern languages (French and Spanish) and a decade’s experience in digital sports media, largely within the world of cycling. He re-joined Cyclingnews as Deputy Editor in February 2026, having previously spent eight years on staff between 2015 and 2023. In between, he was Deputy Editor at GCN and spent 18 months working across the sports portfolio at Future before returning to the cycling press pack. Patrick works across Cyclingnews’ wide-ranging output, assisting the Editor in global content strategy, with a particular focus on shaping CN's news operation.
Latest articles by Patrick Fletcher

Jan Christen disqualified from Clásica Jaén podium over Maxim Van Gils crash in three-up sprint
By Patrick Fletcher published
News Swiss rider was judged to have deviated from his line

UAE Tour: Isaac del Toro upsets the sprinters with sensational attack to win stage 1
By Patrick Fletcher published
Results Mexican outpaces Ceel Bol and Antonio Tiberi on wind-shortened stage

More wind disruption as UAE Tour opener shortened for safety reasons
By Patrick Fletcher published
News WorldTour peloton forced to avoid exposed Tel Moreeb cycle track

Mis-timed gel and radio issues cost Tom Pidcock despite strong showing on season debut
By Patrick Fletcher published
News 'I was happy with my legs but we got outsmarted' says Briton after hectic Vuelta a Murcia opener

Vuelta a Murcia: Marc Soler converts audacious UAE Team Emirates-XRG attack into stage 1 victory and first leader's jersey as strong winds shorten opener
By Patrick Fletcher published
Results Julius Johansen helps built teammate's lead and takes second, while Tom Pidcock solos in for third on blustery stage

A resting heart rate of 34bpm?! Mathieu van der Poel reveals incredible Whoop metrics
By Patrick Fletcher published
News 'Some athletes are really strict about it, but I don't mind sharing data' says Dutchman

'Setting the the spark for a new chapter' – After unusual winter, Tom Pidcock is back as Pinarello Q36.5 eye new heights
By Patrick Fletcher published
News Team looks to British leader to score first win of the season as he makes his 2026 bow at the Vuelta a Murcia

Ineos Grenadiers owner Jim Ratcliffe at centre of political storm after claiming 'UK has been colonised by immigrants'
By Patrick Fletcher published
News Billionaire team owner's comments spark a reaction from the Prime Minister

How to watch UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships: TV & streaming details for elites, U23, junior races in Hulst
By Jackie Tyson published
How to watch Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert are set to clash again in the UCI Cyclocross World Cup – we have the details on TV channels and live streams to watch online.

How to watch Cyclocross World Cup Zonhoven: Live streams, TV details as Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert clash again
By Patrick Fletcher published
How to watch Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert are set to clash again in the UCI Cyclocross World Cup – we have the details on TV channels and live streams to watch online.

X2O Trofee Loenhout: TV & streaming information as Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert clash again
By Patrick Fletcher published
How to watch Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert clash again in cyclocross at Loenhout in the X2O Trofee series – here's how to watch the race online and on TV today.

How to watch Cyclocross World Cup today: Live streams, TV coverage as Wout van Aert seeks fourth win in Dendermonde
By Patrick Fletcher published
How to watch Wout van Aert is out to make it four wins in Dendermonde in 8th round of Cyclocross World Cup – we have the details on TV channels and live streams to watch online.

How to watch Cyclocross World Cup Gavere: Live streams, TV channels for Boxing Day race
By Patrick Fletcher published
How to watch The UCI Cyclocross World Cup continues with its seventh round in Gavere on Boxing Day – here are all the details on TV channels and live streams to watch online.

X2O Trofee Hofstade: TV & streaming information as Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert clash again
By Patrick Fletcher published
How to watch Mathieu van der Poel and Wout van Aert clash again at a Hofstade course returning after 17-year absence – here's how to watch X2O Trofee Hofstade online and on TV.

How to watch Paris-Tours 2025 – Live streams, TV coverage
By Patrick Fletcher published
News There's still time in the season for a gravel-infused classic in France – here's all the information to watch Paris-Tours online, on TV, and from anywhere today.

How to watch Tre Valli Varesine – Live streams, TV coverage as Pogačar and Pidcock take on Italian Classic
By Patrick Fletcher published
How to watch Tadej Pogačar is in action as men's and women's pelotons take on an Italian Classic – here are the details on how to watch Tre Valli Varesine online and on TV.

How to watch the 2025 UCI Road World Championships: TV guide, streaming options, broadcasters
By Patrick Fletcher last updated
Looking for a stream for the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Rwanda? We've got you covered with your guide on how to watch all seven days.

Vuelta a España stage 21: Jonas Vingegaard confirmed champion of Grand Tour but no stage winner and no podium ceremony as Madrid finale derailed
By Patrick Fletcher published
Results The final stage of the Vuelta was brought to a halt and called off due to pro-Palestine protests

Trofeo Matteotti: Isaac del Toro sprints to fourth victory in eight days
By Patrick Fletcher published
Results Mexican prevails in reduced group sprint

Grand Prix Stuttgart & Region: Eleonora Gasparrini does it again with canny late attack
By Patrick Fletcher published
Results Italian holds off Cat Ferguson in thrilling finale

UCI MTB World Championships: Alan Hatherly destroys the competition to defend elite XCO title
By Patrick Fletcher published
Results South African solos to victory for almost eight of the nine laps

UCI MTB World Championships: Rising Canadian star Isabella Holmgren takes second straight U23 XCO title
By Patrick Fletcher published
Results Recent Tour de l'Avenir Femmes winner triumphs by over two minutes ahead of USA's Vida Lopez de San Roman

How to watch GP Québec & Montréal 2025 – Live streams, TV coverage
By Patrick Fletcher published
How to watch Tadej Pogačar stars as the WorldTour heads to Canada for two Classics – here are the details on how to watch the GP de Québec and GP de Montréal online and on TV.

How to watch UCI Mountain Bike World Championships 2025: Live streams, TV broadcasts, schedule
By Patrick Fletcher last updated
How to watch Mathieu van der Poel is among the contenders for rainbow jerseys in Switzerland – here's how to watch the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships online or on TV.
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