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Sean Kelly's Classic column: Tadej Pogačar is unbeatable, but thank God for Paul Seixas
Member Exclusive In his latest column, the nine-time Monument winner assesses Pogačar's prowess at Strade Bianche, the defining moment in an enthralling women's race, and why he welcomes the rise of Seixas
Tadej Pogačar's Enve wheels are too deep for the new UCI rules, so how did he get away with using them at Strade Bianche?
News Secret Enve wheels help Slovenian to Strade Bianche success
What was the strange black arm sensor worn by Tadej Pogačar at Strade Bianche?
News The Slovenian set the rumour mill alight when his finish line celebration revealed an unusual sight, but we have the answers
There's beauty in Pogačar's dominance, magic in Siena, and too much of a good thing on the route – Reflections from Strade Bianche 2026
Stephen Farrand shares his conclusions from the Piazza del Campo
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The dust, drama, despair, and delight of Strade Bianche 2026 – Photo gallery
A selection of the best snaps from a pulsating day in the Tuscan hills
Paul Seixas claims Del Toro was ‘blocking’ him as Pogačar made race-winning attack, but ‘no regrets’ after sensational Strade Bianche debut
News Nineteen-year-old Frenchman finished just one minute behind the World Champion, noting 'one minute too much, the minute that makes him win'
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Best winter road bike tyres 2026: Grippy, hard-wearing and puncture-resistant tyres for tougher riding conditions
Our test team picks the best winter road bike tyres that will boost your riding confidence and enjoyment -
'He's totally disconnected from reality' – Philippe Gilbert slams Tim Wellens' refusal to ride the World Championships for Belgium
2012 world champion accuses UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider of disloyalty -
Soudal-QuickStep bolster sprint and Classics squads with Ben Turner signing
British racer joins on a three-year deal from Netcompany Ineos
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La Vuelta was easily the best Grand Tour of the season, now a wide-open Worlds awaits – Sean Kelly's Vuelta column
The Irishman reflects on a pulsating edition of the Spanish Grand Tour, and looks ahead to a fascinating edition of the Road World Championships -
'The big guys usually fighting for the podium are now going for the win' – British riders look to capitalise on absence of Pogačar at Worlds in support of 'genuine contender' Tom Pidcock
Oscar Onley and Callum Thornley look to take form from impressive Vuelta a España to road race in Montreal -
Australian team named for home UCI Gravel World Championships, with Frain, Cromwell and Ovett joined by former national title holders O'Brien, Sens and Harris
Ella Bloor and Tasman Nankervis also on Nannup elite start list while Brendan Johnston is, at this point, a notable absence
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Brendan Johnston at home in Life Time Grand Prix but continuing to push boundaries as he looks to 'bag a bigger win'
Munda Biddi trail record attempt also on agenda after return for Australian Road Championships in 2027, Unbound key goal for season ahead -
'Collarbone strong, head strong' - Tadej Pogačar rides indoors for the first time since Vuelta a España crash
World Champion posts Instagram reel, writing 'Not quite how we planned to spend September' after partner Urška Žigart also injured -
'Our tactics will change a lot' - Absence of Tadej Pogačar leave Slovenia casting around for other options in Road World Championships
Lineup including Primož Roglič and Jakob Omrzel will likely try for breakaways notes World's regular Domen Novak
