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  Roglič "Confirmed" To Tudor, Ganna To Lidl-Trek & Ciccone to Q36.5? | Cycling Transfers 2027 #6 08.10.2026 29m

  In Episode #6 of our 2027 Cycling Transfer updates, we break down the latest mega-rumors and reported deals—including Primož Roglič's potential move to Tudor Pro Cycling and Giulio Ciccone's reported deal with Pinarello-Q36.5!
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  Il Lombardia 2026 Preview Show - Can Remco Evenepoel Defeat Paul Seixas and Isaac del Toro? With No Pogacar 07.10.2026 29m

  The final Monument of the 2026 season is here, but for once, Tadej Pogačar won't be lining up in Como.That leaves the door wide open for a fascinating battle at Il Lombardia, with Remco Evenepoel looking to end his season on a high against two of the biggest young stars in cycling: Paul Seixas and Isaac del Toro.Can Remco's incredible 2026 season continue with another major victory? Will Seixas announce himself on one of cycling's most brutal and prestigious stages? And after his breakthrough season, can Del Toro produce another huge performance when it matters most?In this Il Lombardia 2026 Preview Show, we break down the favourites, the key climbs, the tactics, the teams and the riders who could surprise everyone on the Road of the Falling Leaves.And with Pogačar absent, could we be about to witness one of the most unpredictable Lombardias in years?
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  Remco Evenepoel & Demi Vollering Win European Titles Plus Ganna’s SHOCK Transfer to Lidl Trek? | Race Weekly Review 05.10.2026 30m

  The biggest stories from another huge week in professional cycling are all packed into this week’s Race Weekly Review.Remco Evenepoel and Demi Vollering both claimed European Championship road race victories, adding another major title to two already remarkable seasons. We look at how both races unfolded and what these victories mean for the rest of their 2026 campaigns.Meanwhile, Filippo Zana Piganzoli took a big win at the Giro dell’Emilia, while Brandon McNulty finally made his debut in the rainbow jersey as World Champion at the Tour of Langkawi.Speaking of Langkawi, the race produced a surprise winner that few people saw coming, while one of the biggest transfer rumours of the week has Filippo Ganna linked with Lidl-Trek in a potential swap deal. Could we really see one of the biggest names in cycling change teams?All that, plus the biggest talking points, surprises and stories from the past seven days in professional cycling.
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  European Championships Road Race 2026 Recap - Remco Evenepoel Angered By Naughty Ciccone 04.10.2026 23m

  In one of the most dramatic European Championships in recent memory, Remco Evenepoel finally completed his collection of major road race titles after an incredible battle with Giulio Ciccone in Slovenia.Remco looked to have the race under control before crashing while trying to drop Ciccone on the final circuits. He recovered, rejoined the Italian and the pair went all the way to a stunning photo finish, with Evenepoel throwing his bike at the line to snatch the European title by the smallest of margins.But Ciccone certainly wasn't making life easy for him. After refusing to take his turns and sitting on Remco, the Italian nearly pulled off the ultimate upset in the sprint, leaving Evenepoel visibly frustrated before the Belgian somehow found one final kick.We break down Remco's incredible comeback, the Ciccone tactics, the chaotic finale, Primož Roglič's performance and what this victory means for Evenepoel after his disappointing World Championships.European Champion. World Champion. Olympic Champion. Remco has now completed the collection.
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  Jens Voigt BIG INTERVIEW – Shut Up Legs, Tour de France Glory and The Elvis of Breakaways 02.10.2026 1h 11m

  Jens Voigt is one of the most beloved and respected figures in professional cycling. Over a career spanning nearly two decades, the German rider became known for his aggressive racing style, relentless breakaways, and fearless attitude in the peloton. A multiple-time stage winner in the Tour de France, he famously wore the yellow jersey and played a crucial role as a domestique for some of the sport’s biggest names. Beyond his racing achievements, Voigt’s charismatic personality and trademark phrase—“Shut up, legs!”—made him a fan favorite. Since retiring, he has remained an influential figure in cycling, working as a commentator and ambassador for the sport.
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  European Championships Road Race 2026 Preview Show | Remco Evenepoel Leads the Favourites With No Pogacar 30.09.2026 28m

  The European Championships are heading to Slovenia for a spectacular showdown on the roads around Ljubljana, with Remco Evenepoel leading a stacked field into one of the most demanding European road races in recent years.The 196.3-kilometre race features more than 2,500 metres of climbing before five laps of the decisive finishing circuit, where the brutal Možjanca climb could shape the battle for the European title.With Evenepoel chasing another major championship jersey, Primož Roglič leading the home team, and riders including Mads Pedersen, Juan Ayuso and João Almeida also in contention, the race has all the ingredients for an unpredictable battle.In this episode, we preview the 2026 European Championships Road Race, break down the course and the major contenders, and look at what it could take to become the next European champion in Ljubljana.
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  Brandon McNulty Shocks the World & Demi Vollering Dominates | RACE WEEKLY ROUND UP (World Champs Special) 28.09.2026 29m

  The UCI World Championships take centre stage on this week’s thecyclingdane podcast, as we look back at an extraordinary week of racing in Montréal. Demi Vollering claimed the women’s rainbow jersey, while Brandon McNulty produced one of the biggest surprises of the season to become World Champion in the men’s road race. We also look at the next generation coming through, including Benjamín Noval, who completed an impressive double by winning both the junior time trial and road race World Championships. Away from Montréal, we discuss Tobias Svarre’s breakthrough overall victory at the CRO Race, his first professional GC win, as well as the latest results and stories from another packed week in professional cycling. Demi Vollering. Brandon McNulty. Benjamín Noval. Tobias Svarre. The World Championships and everything else from the week in cycling.
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  UCI World Championship Road Race 2026 Recap – The Underdog Won! 27.09.2026 27m

  The 2026 UCI World Championship Road Race delivered one of the biggest surprises of the season as Brandon McNulty stunned the favourites to take the rainbow jersey. We recap an incredible race and break down how McNulty managed to beat a field led by Mathieu van der Poel and Remco Evenepoel.Van der Poel arrived as one of the biggest favourites for the rainbow jersey, while Remco Evenepoel was another major contender after his dominant time trial victory. But neither could stop McNulty from producing a huge upset in the fight for the World Championship.We break down the decisive moments, the attacks, the tactics and the dramatic finale that saw McNulty emerge as the 2026 World Champion.Brandon McNulty is the World Champion. The underdog won.
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  UCI World Championships Road Race 2026 Preview: Remco, Van der Poel & Del Toro Battle for the Rainbow Jersey 23.09.2026 45m

  The UCI World Championships Road Race is here, and the battle for the rainbow jersey could be one of the most unpredictable in years. In this preview show, we break down the biggest favourites, the key contenders and the riders who could completely change the race.Can Remco Evenepoel add another world title to his palmarès? What can Mathieu van der Poel do on a course that could suit his explosive style, and can Isaac Del Toro continue his incredible 2026 season by taking the biggest win of his career? We also look at Tadej Pogačar’s absence, Paul Seixas and the other major contenders, as well as the tactics that could decide the race.We run through everything you need to know ahead of the UCI World Championships Road Race, from the course and likely race scenarios to the favourites fighting for the rainbow jersey.Who will become the next World Champion?
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  Mathieu Van der Poel GOES CRAZY in Luxembourg & Remco Evenepoel Makes History at the Worlds | Review Race Weekly 21.09.2026 30m

  It’s been another huge week in the world of cycling! Mathieu van der Poel produced one of the most ridiculous performances of the season at the Tour de Luxembourg, riding solo for around 175 kilometres to take the final stage in spectacular fashion.Meanwhile, Remco Evenepoel made history at the World Championships in Montréal, winning the elite men’s time trial for a fourth consecutive year and becoming the first rider ever to achieve four straight world TT titles. Filippo Ganna took silver, with 19-year-old Paul Seixas claiming bronze.We break down Van der Poel’s incredible attack, what it tells us ahead of the Worlds road race, Evenepoel’s dominant time trial performance, and everything else that has been happening across the world of cycling this week.Plus, we look ahead to the World Championships and the huge battle coming up in Montréal.
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  UCI World Championships Time Trial 2026 Recap: Remco Evenepoel Makes HISTORY! 20.09.2026 29m

  Remco Evenepoel has made history at the 2026 World Championships Time Trial, winning the rainbow jersey for a FOURTH consecutive year.The Belgian delivered another incredible performance against the clock, taking a huge victory ahead of Filippo Ganna and Paul Seixas. After winning in 2023, 2024 and 2025, Evenepoel has now become the first rider in history to win four consecutive elite men's World Championship time trials.We look at Evenepoel's incredible dominance in the discipline, his latest performance and where this historic run places him among the greatest time trial riders in cycling history.
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  Felix Gall to Lidl-Trek! Carapaz to Q36.5 or Ineos?! Where Does Roglič Go? | Cycling Transfer Talks 2027 #5 18.09.2026 19m

  The 2027 transfer window is getting WILD, and there are some huge moves to talk about in the latest Pro Cycling Transfer Talks!Felix Gall is officially heading to Lidl-Trek, with Gregor Mühlberger joining him from Decathlon CMA CGM. But with Juan Ayuso and Mattias Skjelmose already on the roster, as well as Mads Pedersen and Jonathan Milan, could Lidl-Trek end up with too many chefs in the kitchen? How will the team balance its Grand Tour ambitions with so many major leaders and stars?We also look at Richard Carapaz and the latest rumours surrounding his future, including a possible move to Pinarello Q36.5 or a return to Ineos Grenadiers. Could Carapaz really go back to the team where he won the Giro d’Italia?And then there is Primož Roglič. With his future still one of the biggest questions in the transfer market, where could the four-time Vuelta winner end up in 2027? Could Tudor Pro Cycling be his next destination, or is another team going to make the move?We break down the biggest confirmed transfers, rumours and potential moves shaping the 2027 peloton and ask what these transfers could mean for the balance of power across the WorldTour.
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  Ranking EVERY Team at the Vuelta a España 2026! | Who Dominated & Who Disappointed? 17.09.2026 29m

  The Vuelta a España 2026 has delivered one of the most dramatic Grand Tours in recent memory, and now it’s time to rank every team that took on the race. Tadej Pogačar looked completely dominant before his crash dramatically changed the entire GC battle, opening the door for Enric Mas to take a huge outright victory. Meanwhile, Visma | Lease a Bike have been one of the defining forces of the race, with Matthew Brennan and Wout van Aert both playing major roles throughout the Vuelta. We break down every team’s performance, looking at the biggest successes, disappointments, standout riders and the moments that shaped their race, from the GC battle to the sprint stages and everything in between.
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  Remco Evenepoel Is the Favourite… But Who Can Stop Him? | UCI World Championships Road Race 2026 14.09.2026 24m

  Remco Evenepoel has emerged as one of the leading favourites for the 2026 World Championship road race in Montréal, especially with Tadej Pogačar now out of the race. After another impressive performance in Canada, Evenepoel looks to be arriving at the Worlds in serious form, but the Belgian will face some incredibly dangerous rivals on what promises to be a brutal and unpredictable course.Mathieu van der Poel brings his explosive power and experience on demanding one-day races, while Isaac Del Toro has just delivered a huge statement by winning the GP de Montréal ahead of Paul Seixas, showing that he could be one of the biggest threats to Evenepoel's hopes of taking the rainbow jersey. Seixas himself continues to establish himself as one of the most exciting young riders in the world and could play a major role on home soil.With Pogačar absent, the World Championship is wide open. Can Evenepoel take advantage and reclaim the rainbow jersey, or will Van der Poel, Del Toro, Seixas or another contender produce the ride of their career in Montréal?Remco Evenepoel has emerged as one of the leading favourites for the 2026 World Championship road race in Montréal, especially with Tadej Pogačar now out of the race. After another impressive performance in Canada, Evenepoel looks to be arriving at the Worlds in serious form, but the Belgian will face some incredibly dangerous rivals on what promises to be a brutal and unpredictable course.Mathieu van der Poel brings his explosive power and experience on demanding one-day races, while Isaac Del Toro has just delivered a huge statement by winning the GP de Montréal ahead of Paul Seixas, showing that he could be one of the biggest threats to Evenepoel's hopes of taking the rainbow jersey. Seixas himself continues to establish himself as one of the most exciting young riders in the world and could play a major role on home soil.With Pogačar absent, the World Championship is wide open. Can Evenepoel take advantage and reclaim the rainbow jersey, or will Van der Poel, Del Toro, Seixas or another contender produce the ride of their career in Montréal?
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  Vuelta a España 2026 Stage 21 Recap | Brennan and Van Aert Battle for the Grand Finale 13.09.2026 23m

  Stage 21 brings the 2026 Vuelta a España to its conclusion, with the final stage providing one last opportunity for the sprinters and fast finishers to make their mark. Brennan and Wout van Aert headline the discussion as we look back at the action from the final day, the key moments that shaped the finale and how the Vuelta ultimately came to an end. We also reflect on the biggest stories from three weeks of racing, the performances that stood out and what this Vuelta means for the riders heading into the final part of the season.
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  Vuelta a España 2026 Stage 20 Recap | Felix Gall Puts Mas & Roglič Under Pressure on the Queen Stage 12.09.2026 24m

  The Vuelta a España’s queen stage delivered a brutal final showdown in the Sierra Nevada, with almost 5,000 metres of climbing packed into 187 kilometres and the race for the red jersey reaching its decisive moment on the Collado del Alguacil. Felix Gall once again put pressure on the GC contenders, while Enric Mas and Primož Roglič faced their final major mountain test of the 2026 Vuelta.In this Stage 20 recap, we break down all the key moments from a dramatic day in the mountains, including the attacks, tactics and performances that shaped the battle for the overall classification. We also look at Mikel Landa’s huge stage victory, the fight between Mas, Roglič and Gall, and what it means heading into the final stage in Granada.
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  Eddie Dunbar's Vuelta a Espana 2026 Stage 19 Recap - HUGE Vuelta Win! Roglič Attacks as Enric Mas Survives Stage 19 11.09.2026 25m

  Stage 19 of the Vuelta a España 2026 delivered one of the most dramatic finishes of the entire race as Eddie Dunbar claimed a huge victory at Peñas Blancas after an incredible battle from the breakaway. Dunbar held off Santiago Buitrago in the final moments to take a memorable stage win, while behind them the GC contenders went head-to-head on the final climb with Enric Mas once again defending the red jersey.With just two stages remaining, the pressure is now enormous. Primož Roglič is still chasing Mas and looking for a way to turn the race around, while Félix Gall, Oscar Onley and the rest of the GC contenders fight for crucial seconds before the final mountain stage. We break down Dunbar's breakthrough victory, Buitrago's heartbreak, the attacks on Peñas Blancas and what Stage 19 means for the battle for the Vuelta title.We also look ahead to the final mountain showdown on Stage 20 and ask the big question: can Roglič still take the red jersey away from Enric Mas?
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  Vuelta a Espana 2026 Stage 18 Recap - Could Enric Mas Withstand Primoz Roglic in the Time Trial? 10.09.2026 21m

  Stage 18 of the Vuelta a España 2026 delivered exactly what we hoped for as the race entered its decisive final days. Stefan Küng took a brilliant victory in the 32.1km individual time trial from El Puerto de Santa María to Jerez de la Frontera, but all eyes were on the battle for the red jersey.Primož Roglič came into the stage needing to take time out of Enric Mas, and while he produced a strong ride to move closer to the overall lead, Mas delivered a huge performance to limit his losses and retain red. Roglič now sits just 1:37 behind Mas with two major mountain stages still to come, setting up a fascinating final battle for the Vuelta title.In this episode of the thecyclingdane podcast, we break down Küng's impressive time trial victory, Roglič's fightback, Enric Mas' defence of the red jersey and what it all means heading into the final mountains. Can Mas hold on and win his first Grand Tour, or does Roglič still have enough time to turn the Vuelta around?With Peñas Blancas and the Collado del Alguacil still to come, the Vuelta is far from over.
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  REST DAY WITH JENS VOIGT: Can Enric Mas Win the Vuelta? Is This Wout’s Best Ever? 07.09.2026 32m

  The second rest day of the 2026 Vuelta a España is here, and the final week is set up for a fascinating finish.In this special rest-day chat, I’m joined by Jens Voigt to look back at the second week and look ahead to the decisive final stages.Can Enric Mas finally win the Vuelta a España? The Movistar leader heads into the final week in red with a 2:06 advantage over Felix Gall and just 2:10 over four-time champion Primož Roglič. But with more mountains and the crucial time trial still to come, is Mas really in control?We also talk about Wout van Aert, who has been one of the stars of this Vuelta. After another victory on Stage 15, his second win in just three stages, is this the best version of Wout we have ever seen?And what about Primož Roglič? Can the four-time Vuelta winner still turn this race around and take another Grand Tour victory?Plus, Oscar Onley’s fight for the white jersey, the impact of his crash, Jakob Omrzel’s challenge, and what Jens expects from the final week of racing.The Vuelta is wide open — and there are still some huge questions to answer.
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  Tom Pidcock Is Unstoppable in Italy & Wout van Aert STEAL the Show in La Vuelta | Race Weekly Round-Up 07.09.2026 32m

  The second week of the Vuelta a España 2026 is in the books, and it has been another huge week in professional cycling.On this week's thecyclingdane Podcast, we break down the biggest stories from the Vuelta, including Wout van Aert's incredible second week. The Belgian has taken two stage victories and continues to lead the points classification as the race heads towards its final stages.We also look at Tom Pidcock's remarkable return to road racing. Just one week after becoming XCO World Champion, Pidcock switched back to the road and immediately won the GP Industria & Artigianato di Larciano in Italy, attacking solo on the final climb to take an impressive victory.Plus, we cover the 2026 Tour of Britain, the ZLM Tour, and all the other major talking points from another busy week of professional cycling.🚴‍♂️ In this episode:• Vuelta a España 2026 – second-week review• Wout van Aert's two stage victories• The battle for the Vuelta's green jersey• Tom Pidcock wins in Larciano one week after his MTB World Championship• Tour of Britain 2026• ZLM Tour 2026• The biggest winners, performances and talking points of the weekSubscribe to thecyclingdane for more cycling news, race analysis, documentaries and challenges.