We need to talk about Cav
I like Mark Cavendish. I like the fact that he’s a cheeky monkey. I like the fact that he’ll tellContinue Reading
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Paris-Roubaix 2019: Philippe Gilbert and the van Aert of war
It was Philippe Gilbert’s day, of course. How could it be anyone else’s? He won Paris-Roubaix; perhaps the most revered,Continue Reading
Operation Tuscany
I’ve never really been a territorial, regional, parochial type. I understand that lines are required on maps and that electedContinue Reading
Tour of Flanders 2019: The Italian lad won it!
Pro cycling, as we know, is full of little oddities. I find myself, occasionally, foolishly explaining them to non-fans ofContinue Reading
Rob Hatch: commentary Ninja
Watching a bike race involves conjecture. We make assumptions and deliver tactical manoeuvres on behalf of the riders. We doContinue Reading
Romain Bardet saved my life
Some years ago I found myself sweating and struggling up the Col de Joux Plane – a high alpine pass,Continue Reading
