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Paul Seixas attacks on Civiglio, 2026 Il Lombardia

“Everyone’s got the belief they’re going to win”: Did Tadej Pogačar’s absence really change how his rivals raced this autumn?

Unpredictable, open racing made a comeback at the world championships and the Italian one-day races. But thanks to Paul Seixas, we shouldn’t get used too used to it…

Thu, Oct 15, 2026 13:57

Paul Seixas on the podium after winning the 2026 Il Lombardia

Il Lombardia winner Paul Seixas forced to pose with “idiot” mayor who banned all cyclists from city centre and called for bike licence plates; Lachlan Morton breaks Pony Express record; Healy on Pogačar-less racing; Safety protest + more on the live blog

After two weeks spent eating, drinking, and bike race spectating his way around Italy, it’s back to porridge (and the Monday live blog) for Ryan Mallon. Wish him luck…

Mon, Oct 12, 2026 10:39

“Sad that you have to risk your life to race”: Riders slam race organisers after spate of vehicle drivers entering course whilst police motorcyclist collides with Tom Pidcock’s teammates

The near-misses have reinforced criticism that the sport is not acting quickly enough to improve and ensure the safety of athletes

Wed, Oct 07, 2026 11:27

London cyclist in traffic near taxi and bus

Taxi boss who called for cyclists to pay road tax owes over £20 million to HMRC; Lifting town centre bike ban will “endanger people”, Reform claims; Women’s team coach banned for 10 years for abuse; Bottle kid joins junior squad + more on the live blog

Hallelujah! It’s finally, finally Friday and Ryan Mallon’s here to ease you gently into the weekend with your daily dose of cycling news, views, and silliness on the live blog

Fri, Sep 18, 2026 10:29

Cambridgeshire Police apprehend illegal e-bike rider

BBC criticised for reporting police apprehending “e-bike driver” without mentioning the machine was illegal; Sadiq Khan reps Rapha on latest mouth-frothing ride for social media + more on the live blog

After a week split-screening bike races, Callum is grateful for the gentler rhythm of correcting press reporting and social media dredging that the live blog typically entails

Mon, Sep 07, 2026 10:21

32-inch wheels enter top-level DH and Tom Pidcock takes gold: UCI Mountain Bike World Championships debrief

With the UCI Mountain Bike World Championships done and dusted, we take a look back at the racing, and the outstanding British performances

Tue, Sep 01, 2026 14:00

Tom Pidcock descending during Tour de France 2026, Stage 16, Evian-Les-Bains to Thonon-Les-Bains time trial

“Good for the f*** all training I do on this bike”: Tom Pidcock loses time on “scary” descent but happy with “best TT I’ve ever done” at Tour de France

The British star admits he uncharacteristically slowed on the route’s technical downhill section, but still finished 12th on the stage, cementing his position in the top 10 overall

Tue, Jul 21, 2026 20:51

Millburn Road Inverness former cycle lane

“About time cyclists started to take responsibility for their actions again”: “Ridiculous” cycle lane shortened leaving cyclists stranded; “I am now 10g lighter”: Pro loses part of thumb in crash; Mountain ambush at the Tour? + more on the live blog

After two days toasting and then recovering from the demise of his formal education, Callum has returned just in time for a metaphorical trip to the German bit of France

Fri, Jul 17, 2026 10:10

Did a freak mechanical cost Tom Pidcock a shot at Tour de France stage victory?

The Brit finished third behind Mathieu van der Poel on Stage 9, but a piece of asphalt jammed inside his right-hand shifter left him without full use of his gears during the crucial finale

Mon, Jul 13, 2026 12:28

Tom Pidcock, stage 3, 2026 Tour de France

“It was a war zone”: Tom Pidcock shocked by ‘hardest ever’ Tour de France heat – but rival sports director says “that’s cycling, you can’t complain about that s***”

“I don’t think I’ve done such a hard race before in such heat before, it’s ridiculous,” Pidcock said after finishing in 16th at Les Angles. However, Movistar boss Matt White claims that riders need to be able to “adapt” to the conditions

Tue, Jul 07, 2026 08:56