Jonas Vingegaard

“Half of UK cyclists admit to not wearing a helmet due to worries like bad hair”… Halfords claims; Bizarre meltdown over cyclist not using bike lane… even though it’s still being built; Wins for MvdP and Vingegaard + more on the live blog

After the live blog took a day off while we all ate pizzas in Bath yesterday, it's back in its usual slot this Thursday, Dan Alexander manning the keyboard for all your updates

Thu, Mar 12, 2026 09:05
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“Three miles in a car is naff all”: Angry locals claim bike path works have “escalated” round trips… by minutes; Vingegaard “banging head against wall” on safety; Is cycling “relentlessly promoted”?; Tirreno thriller; Ineos win TTT + more on the live blog

Where did the sun go? As Ryan Mallon laments spring’s sudden disappearance, at least there’s plenty of bike racing on the TV to keep him busy. And the Tuesday live blog too, of course…

Tue, Mar 10, 2026 09:29
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‘Who’s ruined cycling more? Pogačar or TNT Sports?’ Tadej’s Strade Bianche domination sparks latest ‘boring’ debate… but fans are more concerned about the ad breaks; Vingegaard questions Paris-Nice safety; New Ineos title sponsor? + more on the live blog

What do you mean Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico are on at the same time? Well, I never… The sun’s out, there’s bike racing on, and Ryan Mallon’s here to kick off his favourite week of the year on the Monday live blog

Mon, Mar 09, 2026 09:58
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“There’s a reason I’m out riding alone”: Jonas Vingegaard questions if pro cyclists will soon need “personal bodyguards” to train in public

Two-time Tour de France winner was left bloodied by a training crash at the start of the year while he was being followed by a fan on a descent

Sat, Mar 07, 2026 12:06
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“How to go from clean licence to six points in under a minute”: Cyclist tells drivers to put their phone away when driving, after motorist ordered to pay £1,727 because of rider’s camera footage + more on the live blog

Your Winter Olympics distractions are over so feel free to join Dan Alexander in diving back in to the live blog for all your cycling-related procrastination needs this Monday

Mon, Feb 23, 2026 08:59
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Team effort vs individual performance: As Team Visma–Lease a Bike look to replace key riders, staff and lead sponsor, where does this leave Jonas Vingegaard for 2026?

Will the Dane’s individual brilliance continue to shine whoever his teammates and coaches are, or is the ‘system’ around him just as – if not more – crucial? Let’s look at the psychology behind elite cycling performance

Wed, Feb 18, 2026 10:28
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“How would you feel about a random person breathing down your neck at work?”: Pro cyclist frustrated by Vingegaard training crash, tells fans to ask if they want to ride on the wheel; “I’ve never understood the hate for cyclists” + more on the live blog

Dan Alexander will be taking you through the midway point in the week with the usual eclectic mix of news, views, reaction and plenty of silliness from the world of cycling this Wednesday

Wed, Jan 28, 2026 08:54
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“He got angry with me for staying on his wheel”: Jonas Vingegaard crashes on descent while being followed by amateur, as team urges fans to “give riders space and peace”

Two-time Tour de France winner reportedly left bloodied by training crash, but Visma-Lease a Bike confirm no serious injuries

Tue, Jan 27, 2026 09:27
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“You would think with the Tour Down Under, drivers would be more aware of cyclist safety… apparently not!”; Reaction to Lime’s hire bike expansion; Don’t behave like this if you spot Jonas Vingegaard; Cycling mythbusting + more on the live blog

Welcome back to the live blog, Dan Alexander on duty for another day waiting for Traitors to return... sorry, I mean bringing you exciting news from around the world of cycling

Wed, Jan 21, 2026 08:56
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“But remember to dress in hi-vis”: Distracted motorist drives in cycle lane while texting, sparking criticism of “victim-blaming” police campaign; ‘E-bike’ rider steals 8ft nutcracker; Vuelta “doesn’t go well” in Pogačar’s schedule + more on the live blog

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Fri, Nov 28, 2025 09:33
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