Stephen Farrand
Stephen is 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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Maxim Van Gils' contract battle with Lotto Dstny pushes pro cycling towards a football-style transfer market system
By Stephen Farrand published
News 'Soon, a contract will no longer mean anything' team managers tells RTBF
'Get back on your feet, then on the bike' - Marta Cavalli to restart her career with DSM-Firmenich PostNL
By Stephen Farrand published
News Italian climber hopes to recover to best form after two injury-hit seasons as FDJ-Suez
Another blow-up at Lotto Dstny - Maxim Van Gils reportedly tries to break his contract
By Stephen Farrand published
News Talented Belgian wants to rip up his contract, but team confirms talks for potential departure are 'ongoing'
'Don't give up' - the driving force behind Mark Cavendish's success
By Stephen Farrand published
News "The majority of athletes will never get to go out on a fairytale ending" says Manxman as he starts to enjoy retirement
Muriel Furrer remembered as investigation into her tragic death continues
By Stephen Farrand published
News 18-year-old Swiss rider died after crashing during UCI World Championships
Pete Kennaugh and Alex Dowsett bolster Astana performance and race staff for 2025
By Stephen Farrand published
News WorldTour team undergoing a revolution after huge Chinese investment
Six new riders and 30 new staff for Ineos Grenadiers in reset after tough 2024
By Stephen Farrand published
News Team appears more united and 'getting under control' after week together at 'November Camp'
2025 Giro d'Italia expected to start in Albania as negotiations continue
By Stephen Farrand published
News Albanian government reportedly looking to lower the fee to host Italian Grand Tour
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