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Junior world champion Harry Hudson fractures vertebra in “scary” crash with motorbike rider while training

The Brit has since been discharged from hospital and is grateful to his team and agent for the support he's received

“We want football fans to know how great the Giro is”: TNT Sports boss defends channel’s cycling pricing as “genuine value” – and pledges future free-to-air Tour de France coverage

“What was in the past can't be really measured against what we’ve currently got today. It’s not up to me decide if something is good value or not”

Reckless Giro d’Italia spectators who hit riders claim they were “trying to pull a prank” as police set to charge them with endangering peloton

The two men, who were filmed by a friend lunging in front of the peloton, are also facing a ban from attending sporting events

“As if this sport wasn’t dangerous enough”: Giro d’Italia spectator pushes and tries to kick riders after running in front of peloton

“Respect the riders. Respect the race. There’s a line not to cross. Don’t be like this guy,” the Giro said

Pro cyclist left unconscious with broken nose after being beaten up by teenagers during training ride

Arvid de Kleijn said the assault left him "especially sad that young people no longer respect fellow human beings"

Katie Archibald announces retirement after glittering career marked by triumph and fortitude

The 32-year-old retires with 31 major championships, including two Olympic Golds, and as one of the most-decorated British athletes in history

Cow dung blamed as diarrhoea, fever, and vomiting hit the peloton ahead of the Giro d’Italia

“Half the peloton is ill,” Lotto sports director Maxime Bouet said, revealing some of his riders were hospitalised following the Famenne Ardenne Classic on Sunday

Virtual cyclists set to face random drug tests as MyWhoosh launches first ever anti-doping programme for e-cycling

MyWhoosh, which hosts the UCI Esports World Championships, says their anti-doping policy will start this weekend, in a bid to “strengthen trust in elite virtual racing and protect clean athletes”

Traka gravel race organiser accused of filming while driving in event marred by reports of illegal drafting and course-cutting

While thousands of riders who completed Europe’s biggest gravel race only had nice things to say, tracking failures, safety rows, and distracted driver allegations were all reported in the aftermath of the event in Girona

“Structurally weak”: The Cyclists’ Alliance joins Rapha in condemning UCI for lack of progress on women’s pro cycling, suggesting “festival-style events” built around races to grow sport

In response to the governing body's request for consultation last week, TCA produced a lengthy document levelling many accusations at the UCI for failing to capitalise on the outward popularity of women's racing. It also suggested numerous practical ideas for increased exposure

Is the UCI prioritising “self-preservation over growth”? Rapha CEO hits out at “ineffectual” governing body as cycling clothing brand reissues ‘roadmap’ to reform

“The time for endlessly debating and re-diagnosing the problem has passed,” Fran Millar said, claiming pro cycling has been “failed structurally and commercially”

Ineos Grenadiers announce AI technology company “fighting for Europe’s digital sovereignty” will be new title sponsor… and Sir Dave Brailsford is (officially) back as Team Principal

The team will be known as the Netcompany Ineos Cycling Team from the start of the Giro d'Italia

Tadej Pogačar’s former teammate dies from infection six days after suffering serious knee injury in crash

30-year-old Cristian Camilo Muñoz’s health deteriorated significantly after receiving stitches for his injured knee, with doctors reportedly attributing his death to hospital-acquired bacteria

Council confident Tour de France will be safe to race up Snake Pass despite “numerous active landslips”

Organisers admit contingency in place amid ongoing saga of roadworks and road closures on iconic climb, Derbyshire County Council having previously suggested “it’s not possible to say if work will be completed” in time for 2027 Tour de France Femmes

Cyclist runs across finish line following crash to secure qualification at Track World Cup

Nikita Kiriltsev secured second in the men’s keirin after running the final 200m in cleats and carrying his bike

SRAM calls for cycling industry to have a “seat at the table” as row over “discriminatory” gear restriction trial hits appeals court

The latest chapter in the ongoing saga surrounding the UCI’s plans to implement new rules on gear restrictions took place this week, six months after a trial at the Tour of Guangxi was halted by the Belgian Competition Authority

The man who raced Paris-Roubaix 7 minutes faster than Peter Sagan… only to miss the time cut

“If there’s a race you want to finish and come last, it’s this one,” said Roubaix debutant Alastair MacKellar

Bike-stealing thief attempts to evade police by riding on race course… and gets caught after overtaking peloton

The thief was later caught and now faces up to five years in prison.

Wout van Aert survives puncture carnage to win Paris-Roubaix

Pogacar, Van der Poel and Van Aert all puncture during the iconic race

“I believe I can win Paris-Roubaix”: Pfeiffer Georgi aiming for return to the top at “dream race”

“I’ve shown it before, if everything goes right, then we can really go for the podium and the win,” the British star says

“I’d like to race on the same day – but with better coverage”: Women’s peloton in two minds over Paris-Roubaix date switch and reduced TV time

“Having it on the same day doesn’t mean we have to have reduced TV coverage, which is why it’s so disappointing. Just get some more cameras!”

Trooping the Colour, Olympic legacy pledges, and uncertain sponsorship – FOI reveals how RideLondon fell apart

The new documents shed light on the UK's biggest cycling festival's demise

“In cycling, the unacceptable is accepted”: Van Rysel aiming to bring airbag skinsuit to WorldTour in 2027 – but tech firm behind innovation admits “some crazy riders” won’t use it

Van Rysel and safety specialists In&motion claim their new fully integrated airbag skinsuit is the “future of cycling”. But will it work in the pro peloton? And will riders want to use it?

Pro cyclist who punched rival during race banned for 25 days

Footage of incident emerged on social media after a UCI 1.2 race in the Netherlands last month, Kiaan Watts' NSN Cycling team also taking disciplinary action against their rider

Just in time for Paris-Roubaix, UCI bans Gravaa on-the-fly tyre pressure adjustment system… three months after company declared bankrupt

“After Denain, the biggest cobbled race after Roubaix, there was no problem. Now there is. That is no coincidence,” Visma-Lease a Bike’s head of performance said

Paris-Roubaix cobbles stolen from Arenberg Forest as race director slams “life-threatening” theft

Local animals have also been wreaking havoc on the notorious sector, leaving branches on the cobbles days before the race

“Stressful but also uplifting”: Ultra-cyclist’s bike returned to her days after it was reported stolen from Leeds petrol station

The bike was reported stolen on Easter Sunday, though Justyna Jarczok says the police were "not involved at all" in its recovery.

Tadej Pogačar could face driving ban for running red light at railway crossing during Tour of Flanders, as train operator criticises riders setting “bad example”

East Flanders public prosecutor’s office takes dim view of incident during early stages of Sunday's race, with riders who ignored the red light at the rail crossing also facing hefty fines if prosecuted

“Everything I own is gone”: ultra-cyclist’s bike and belongings stolen after winning tough race

Polish ultra-cyclist Justyna Jarczok says her belongings have now been found in a park hours after the theft initially occurred near Leeds, but her rare Kona mountain bike is still missing

Dominant Tadej Pogačar equals Tour of Flanders record to continue perfect season

All eyes on Roubaix next weekend after world champion wins third Tour of Flanders crown