
Stephen Farrand
Stephen is one of the most experienced members of the Cyclingnews team, having reported on professional cycling since 1994. Before becoming Editor-at-large, he was Head of News at Cyclingnews. He has previously worked for Shift Active Media, Reuters and Cycling Weekly. He is a member of the Board of the Association Internationale des Journalistes du Cyclisme (AIJC).
Latest articles by Stephen Farrand

'We still believe we can fight for the win'- Visma-Lease a Bike back Jonas Vingegaard to take on Tadej Pogačar in 2026 Tour de France
By Stephen Farrand published
News Team manager Richard Plugge sees stages for Wout van Aert in back-loaded mountainous route

Biniam Girmay's future in limbo as Lotto-Intermarché merger drags on and November 1 deadline looms
By Stephen Farrand published
News New team gathers in Belgium but key details and final 30-rider roster still to be resolved

'Life's a daily struggle and cycling helps me with that' – Primož Roglič turns philosophical before 2026 season with Remco Evenepoel
By Stephen Farrand published
Interview Veteran Slovenian looks back at his tough but satisfying 2025 in an exclusive interview with Cyclingnews

2028 Tour de France set for June start to avoid Los Angeles Olympic clash, Luxembourg and Prague contenders for early Grand Départ
By Stephen Farrand published
News July Olympics impacts 2028 cycling calendar

'We’ll be ready the moment the chance comes' – Unibet Tietema Rockets on track for 2026 Tour de France wildcard place
By Stephen Farrand published
News Innovative ProTeam end season in 26th place, with Dylan Groenewegen joining for 2026

Tadej Pogačar to race one last time in 2025 at the Andorra Cycling Masters
By Stephen Farrand published
News Tour de France winner takes on Jonas Vingegaard, Primož Roglič and Isaac del Toro in new invitation-only event

'It was crazy good' – Isaac del Toro reflects on incredible 2025 season tallying 16 wins and Giro d'Italia podium
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'I've always tried to be the best version of myself in the races' UAE riders tells Cyclingnews

'It's about creating a team' - Zak Dempster on how he will manage Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe and Remco Evenepoel in 2026
By Stephen Farrand published
News Former Australian pro left Ineos Grenadiers for senior role at German super team

'We're not yet where we want to be' – Fabian Cancellara pushes Tudor Pro Cycling to aim higher in 2026
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'Our next step has to be part of the WorldTour but will the WorldTour exist in three year's time?' asks Swiss team manager

Reflections from Il Lombardia – Peak Pogačar? Seixas confirms, Vegni says goodbye and 2026 is already underway
By Stephen Farrand published
The 2025 season is not yet over but the final monument marked a symbolic end to the season

'A really great ride' – Pogačar praises Quinn Simmons after American's career-changing Il Lombardia performance
By Stephen Farrand published
News Lidl-Trek rider could target hilly Classics after fourth place at Il Lombardia

Spotted: Mystery new Wilier aero bike used at Il Lombardia - Is a new Filante on the way?
By Tom Wieckowski, Stephen Farrand published
This new Wilier race bike has aero bottles and cages

'Everybody's unique in their own way' - Tadej Pogačar plays down greatness after record-breaking fifth consecutive Il Lombardia victory
By Stephen Farrand published
News Pogačar dedicates his victory to teammate Rafał Majka

'Now it's time for something new to start' - Remco Evenepoel ends seven years at Soudal-QuickStep with another second behind Pogačar
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'I gave it my all, the same guy was better again' Belgian says of third consecutive second place at Il Lombardia

'When you race against Pogačar, you take a slap in the face but I'm happy to take them' - Paul Seixas ready for Il Lombardia debut
By Stephen Farrand published
News French teenager hoping for a top ten finish after impressive third place at European Championships

'Can I beat Tadej? Why not? Otherwise I wouldn't be here' – Remco Evenepoel ambitious and emotional in last race for Soudal-QuickStep
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'I think the beautiful memories are way above the bad memories' - Belgian reflects on seven years at team

Derek Gee claims he faces legal damages in the millions after terminating contract with Israel-Premier Tech
By Stephen Farrand published
Canadian cites 'serious concerns related to racing for the team' in message

'The legs are good, the team is strong' - Tadej Pogačar backed by UAE super team for Il Lombardia record bid
By Stephen Farrand published
Del Toro, Adam Yates, Vine, Sivakov and Majka named in seven-rider line-up

'The strongest guys are all from the WorldTour'- Tom Pidcock ready to race Gravel Worlds Championships just 24 hours after Il Lombardia
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'I've been given race number 1, so I've got an even bigger target on my back' Q36.5 rider tells Cyclingnews

Who will win Il Lombardia 2025? – Analysing the contenders for the final autumn Classic
By Stephen Farrand published
Contenders Can anyone beat Tadej Pogačar? Perhaps only Remco Evenepoel, Tom Pidcock or Isaac del Toro

'I'm looking forward to everyday life' – Florian Lipowitz ends 2025 season after breakthrough Tour de France
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'It was only a few weeks ago that I really processed what had happened this year' says Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe rider

Reflections from the European Championships – Seven things we learned at the second week of national team racing
By Stephen Farrand published
Analysis Pogačar's dominance, Remco the best of the rest, Vollering is back, and the future looks bright

'I realize that I'm lucky to be able to win all these races' – Tadej Pogačar stronger than rivals and fan abuse at European Championships
By Stephen Farrand published
News Slovenian proud to win European jersey even if he will never wear it in races
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