
Stephen Farrand
Stephen is one of the most experienced member of the Cyclingnews team, having reported on professional cycling since 1994. He has been Head of News at Cyclingnews since 2022, before which he held the position of European editor since 2012 and previously worked for Reuters, Shift Active Media, and CyclingWeekly, among other publications.
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'Demi really thinks she's in a gilded cage' - Visma DS Jos van Emden hits back at FDJ's criticism of Tour de France Femmes peloton
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'She's the best cyclist but that doesn't mean everyone should make way for her' van Emden says of Demi Vollering

'The peloton is not my place any more' - Ellen van Dijk retires due to fear of crashes and further injury
By Stephen Farrand published
38-year-old Lidl-Trek rider won three world time trial titles and the Tour of Flanders during 20-year career

Demi Vollering starts Tour de France Femmes stage 4, after medical examinations and second concussion check
By Stephen Farrand last updated
News Updated - 'I hit my head also a bit but for now it doesn't look like I have a concussion' Vollering says on the start line in Saumur

Tour de France Montmartre circuit set to stay after big-name attacks and huge crowds shake up final stage in Paris
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'The success has exceeded our expectations' says ASO as plans are made to include Montmartre circuit in 2026 race

Tour de France Femmes 2025 - Stage 4 preview
By Stephen Farrand last updated
Preview July 29, 2025: Saumur to Poitiers, 128km

Demi Vollering goes down hard in late Tour de France Femmes crash
By Stephen Farrand published
2023 winner avoids losing time due to 5km rule
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