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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?

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

Stage 13 of the Vuelta a España 2026 was a chaotic and attacking day from Almuñécar to Loja, with 192.8 kilometres of rolling terrain, scorching heat and around 3,400 metres of climbing creating the perfect conditions for a huge breakaway.In this episode of The Cycling Dane Podcast, we break down an action-packed stage that saw more than 40 riders escape the peloton and fight for the victory. After several attempts throughout this Vuelta, Wout van Aert finally got his moment, making the decisive move inside the final kilometres before beating Valentin Paret-Peintre in the sprint to take his first stage win of the 2026 race.It was also another impressive day for Team Visma | Lease a Bike, with Matthew Brennan joining Van Aert in the breakaway and eventually finishing third. After working for Brennan's three previous stage victories, Van Aert finally had the opportunity to race for himself — and he delivered when it mattered most.We also look at the GC action behind the breakaway. Enric Mas successfully defended the red jersey, while Mattias Skjelmose made a significant move and gained more than two minutes on several of his overall rivals. With the race now heading towards the brutal summit finish at Sierra de la Pandera, the GC battle is about to become even more important.We discuss the biggest attacks, the breakaway tactics, Van Aert's winning move, the battle for the overall classification and what Stage 13 could mean for the crucial mountain stages still to come.

Stage 12 from Vera to Calar Alto delivered another brutal day in the mountains, with Jakob Omrzel producing a stunning solo ride from the breakaway to take his first Grand Tour stage victory. But behind him, Enric Mas delivered the biggest statement of the day in the GC battle.The red jersey attacked on the final climb, putting time into Primož Roglič and Félix Gall and extending his overall lead to 1:45 over Roglič and 2:06 over Gall.In this Stage 12 recap, we break down Mas's attack, Movistar's impressive team performance, Roglič's response, Omrzel's breakthrough victory and what it all means for the fight for the Vuelta red jersey.The Vuelta is opening up — and Enric Mas is taking control.

The 21-year-old Brit takes his third stage victory of the 2026 Vuelta a España, beating Bryan Coquard and Jordi Meeus in a chaotic sprint finish in Lorca. It was another brilliant display from Team Visma | Lease a Bike, with Wout van Aert once again playing a crucial role in setting up his young teammate.Stage 11 took the peloton 153.8km from Cartagena to Lorca on what looked like a straightforward day for the sprinters. But the threat of crosswinds kept the racing nervous, while two breakaway attempts were eventually brought back. Ethan Hayter and Lawrence Warbasse spent much of the latter part of the stage up the road before being caught ahead of the Alto de Aledo.The Alto de Aledo was the day's only classified climb, coming with around 32km to go, but it wasn't enough to prevent the sprinters from fighting for the win. After the descent, Visma rebuilt its lead-out train, and Van Aert once again delivered Brennan into the perfect position for the final sprint.Meanwhile, there was no change at the top of the GC, with Enric Mas retaining the red jersey ahead of Primož Roglič. With the sprint stages now giving way to the mountains, the Vuelta is about to get serious again.We break down Brennan's incredible run of victories, Visma's tactics, Van Aert's role, the sprint in Lorca and what Stage 11 means for the GC battle heading into the next mountain stages.

Wout van Aert looked like the man to beat heading into the finale of Stage 10 of the 2026 Vuelta a España — but once again, victory slipped away from the Belgian.After 184.7km from Alcaraz to Elche de la Sierra, the stage came down to a chaotic uphill sprint, with Bastien Tronchon producing a huge surprise to take the win, ahead of Magnus Cort and Thibau Nys.So what happened to Wout? Was he simply beaten, did the finale not suit him, or did Visma | Lease a Bike get the tactics wrong?In this episode, we break down the chaotic finish, Tronchon's breakthrough victory, Wout van Aert's near miss, Magnus Cort's strong ride and what it all means as the Vuelta heads into the next stages.We also look at the GC situation, with Enric Mas continuing to defend the red jersey, and ask whether Wout still has a realistic chance of finally taking a stage win at this Vuelta.

It has been an absolutely chaotic week in cycling.Tadej Pogačar’s Vuelta a España came to a shocking end after a heavy crash, with the world champion forced to abandon the race. We look at what happened, what it means for the rest of his season, and how his absence could change the Vuelta.Meanwhile, the transfer market is heating up. Primož Roglič is being linked with a new team, Paul Magnier is reportedly on the move, and several major transfers have now been officially confirmed. We break down the biggest moves and what they could mean for the 2027 season.And there is plenty of future-star action to discuss. Lorenzo Finn absolutely dominated the Tour de l’Avenir, putting in another huge performance and strengthening his reputation as one of the most exciting young riders in the sport.Plus, Tom Pidcock is a mountain bike world champion once again, adding another major title to his already extraordinary palmarès.All that, plus the biggest stories from across the cycling world, in this week's Race Week.

Enric Mas has delivered a huge statement on the Alto de Aitana, winning Stage 9 of the Vuelta a España 2026 and strengthening his grip on the red jersey just one day after Tadej Pogačar's dramatic abandonment. Mas attacked in the final kilometres of the brutal 187.4km mountain stage and held off Oscar Onley, with Primož Roglič finishing third. In this Vuelta a España 2026 Stage 9 Race Recap & Analysis, we break down an incredible day in the mountains, featuring more than 5,000 metres of climbing and the return of the legendary Alto de Aitana. Mas showed he wasn't simply inheriting the red jersey from Pogačar, taking responsibility in the finale and producing one of the biggest victories of his career. We look at Oscar Onley's breakthrough performance, Primož Roglič's fight for a fifth Vuelta title, Felix Gall's aggressive racing and the new-look GC battle following Pogačar's exit. Mas now leads Roglič by 1:18, with Gall a further 21 seconds behind. After Pogačar's incredible dominance earlier in the race, the Vuelta has suddenly been transformed into a completely open Grand Tour. Can Enric Mas hold onto the red jersey all the way to Granada?

Stage 7 of the Vuelta a España 2026 saw Andreas Leknessund take a huge solo victory at Aramón Valdelinares, with teammate Tobias Johannessen completing an emotional Uno-X one-two. Wout van Aert rounded out the podium after playing a key role in the breakaway. Behind them, Tadej Pogačar once again showed his strength, accelerating on the final climb to extend his advantage in the general classification. He now leads Enric Mas by 3:50, with Primož Roglič further behind in third. We break down the stage, Leknessund's breakthrough victory, Pogačar's latest display of dominance and what it means for the GC battle heading into the next mountain stages.

Stage 6 delivered one of the most dramatic finales of the race so far, with Pogačar going head-to-head with Enric Mas on the brutal Puerto El Bartolo before a chaotic gravel section and dangerous descent into Castellón.Mas looked capable of taking a huge victory, but Pogačar fought back and produced another incredible sprint to claim his third stage win of the 2026 Vuelta. The victory also extends his advantage in the red jersey to 3 minutes 34 seconds.In this episode, we break down Pogačar vs Mas, the gravel climb, the terrifying descent, the tactics from UAE Team Emirates-XRG and what this latest victory means for the GC battle.Vuelta a España 2026 Stage 6 — full race recap and analysis.

Matthew Brennan took another impressive victory, but the story behind the result was the incredible lead-out from his Visma | Lease a Bike teammates. We break down how the team controlled the finale, positioned Brennan perfectly and delivered him to the line for another Vuelta stage win.In this episode, we analyse the final kilometres, Brennan’s sprint, Visma | Lease a Bike’s tactics and what this victory says about one of the most exciting young sprinters in the peloton. We also look at the GC battle, with Tadej Pogačar continuing to hold the red jersey as the Vuelta moves towards the next major tests.

Tadej Pogačar has blown the 2026 Vuelta a España wide open! In Stage 4, the Slovenian produced an incredible 50-kilometre solo attack through Andorra, turning a brutally short 104.8-kilometre mountain stage into a one-man exhibition. Pogačar attacked on the Collada de Beixalís and never looked back, eventually arriving in Andorra la Vella with a huge advantage over his rivals. We break down exactly how Pogačar destroyed the competition, why UAE Team Emirates-XRG decided to race so aggressively, and how the likes of Primož Roglič, Enric Mas, João Almeida and the rest of the GC contenders responded. We also look at Jarno Widar's impressive second place, Felix Gall completing the podium, and what this result means for the overall Vuelta standings. There is also plenty of history to discuss, with Pogačar returning to Andorra seven years after taking his first-ever Grand Tour stage victory at Cortals d'Encamp during the 2019 Vuelta. This time, however, he returned as the race favourite and produced one of the most aggressive performances of his career. We also discuss the impact of Stage 3's cancellation because of the severe hailstorm at Font-Romeu, and whether the lost mountain stage could ultimately make Pogačar's early dominance even more significant. Pogačar is already 3:21 clear in red. Is the Vuelta already his to lose?

Stage 3 of the Vuelta a España 2026 was supposed to deliver the first major mountain showdown of the race, but instead ended in extraordinary scenes as a huge hailstorm forced the peloton to stop with just 15 km remaining.We break down the bizarre finish, Tadej Pogačar’s role in bringing the race to a halt, the brutal weather conditions and why the organisers ultimately had no choice but to cancel the stage. With no winner declared and the GC standings unchanged, Pogačar keeps the red jersey heading into Stage 4.We also look at what the cancellation means for the Vuelta and whether Pogačar’s first real mountain battle has simply been delayed until Andorra.

We’re looking back at all the major racing from the past week, with plenty to discuss across the Vuelta a España, Renewi Tour, Lidl Deutschland Tour and Tour de l’Avenir.We break down Tadej Pogačar’s latest performance at the Vuelta, Jasper Philipsen’s sprinting dominance at the Renewi Tour and the continuing rise of Isaac del Toro. We also look at the incredible performance of Lorenzo Finn at the Tour de l’Avenir and what it could mean for his future in the professional ranks.From GC battles and explosive climbs to sprint finishes and the next generation of cycling stars, we review all the biggest moments from the racing and ask which riders are making the biggest statements heading into the rest of the season.

Stage 2 of the Vuelta a España 2026 delivered an explosive finale as Wout van Aert attacked on the final climb with his eyes on the red jersey — only for Tadej Pogačar to immediately respond.We break down the incredible battle between Pogačar and Van Aert, Matthew Brennan's breakthrough Grand Tour victory, the tactics in the closing kilometres and what the result means for the fight for the red jersey.Pogačar holds the overall lead, Van Aert is just nine seconds behind, and the Vuelta is already heating up.

Tadej Pogačar has started his Vuelta a España 2026 campaign in spectacular fashion, winning the opening time trial in Monaco by just 0.09 seconds!In this race analysis, we break down Pogačar’s incredible Stage 1 performance, the brutal Monaco course, his battle against the clock and the riders who came closest to taking the first red jersey of the Vuelta.We also have an exclusive interview clip with Tadej Pogačar immediately after his victory, as he reflects on the time trial, the incredibly close finish and winning in Monaco.Was this just a perfect start for Pogačar — or an early warning to the rest of the GC contenders?

The 2027 transfer window is heating up, and there are some HUGE moves to talk about. In this episode of Pro Cycling Transfer Talk, we dive into the latest rumours and confirmed transfers across the peloton, including Richard Carapaz and the rumours surrounding his future at EF Education-EasyPost, whether Primož Roglič could end up at Lotto-Intermarché, and the continued shopping spree of Pinarello Q36.5 as they build an increasingly exciting squad for 2027. We also discuss the confirmed move of Arnaud De Lie and what it could mean for his career and Tudor Pro Cycling. Plus, we look at the wider transfer market and which teams could still make major moves before the window closes. Who has had the best transfer window so far, and which team could surprise everyone in 2027? Let us know your thoughts in the comments and subscribe for more pro cycling news, rumours and transfer talk.

In this episode, we're ranking every team at the 2026 Vuelta a España from S-Tier contenders to the squads most likely to struggle over three weeks. With Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates-XRG arriving as the overwhelming favourites, the big question is whether any team can realistically challenge cycling's current superpower. Pogačar returns to the Vuelta for the first time since 2019 as he chases the only Grand Tour missing from his palmarès.We break down all 23 teams, including Visma | Lease a Bike, Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe, Decathlon CMA CGM, NetCompany INEOS, Movistar, Lidl-Trek, Soudal Quick-Step, and the wildcard teams hoping to make an impact throughout the race.Which team has brought the strongest mountain train? Which squad has the best chance of upsetting UAE? And which teams are simply here to chase stage wins?Let us know your own tier list in the comments and tell us which team you think will leave Granada with the red jersey.

The Renewi Tour returns with another stacked field and plenty of questions to answer. Defending champion Arnaud De Lie starts as the man to beat after his victory twelve months ago, but the Belgian faces a serious challenge from Laurence Pithie, who looks perfectly suited to the race's mix of crosswinds, punchy terrain and technical finishes.While there is no Tim Wellens this year, the race is far from lacking star power. The sprint stages are set to feature some of the fastest riders in the world, including Jonathan Milan, Tim Merlier, Olav Kooij, Jasper Philipsen, Biniam Girmay, Kaden Groves and Sam Welsford, ensuring every flat finish will be fiercely contested.Can De Lie successfully defend his crown? Will Pithie take the next step and claim the biggest stage race victory of his career? Or will one of the sprint superstars use the bonus seconds and chaotic racing to fight for the overall title?In this preview, we break down the route, analyse the key stages, discuss the favourites for both the general classification and stage wins, and give our predictions for who will leave Belgium and the Netherlands wearing the winner's jersey.#Cycling #RenewiTour #ArnaudDeLie #LaurencePithie #JonathanMilan #TimMerlier #OlavKooij #JasperPhilipsen #BiniamGirmay

Finlay Tarling Go Fund me: https://www.gofundme.com/f/for-fin-s2u87This week on the podcast, we discuss the tragic passing of young British rider Finlay Tarling during the Volta a Portugal and reflect on the impact his loss has had across the cycling world.We also break down the biggest racing stories of the week, including Andrew August's impressive overall victory at the Czech Tour, the action from the Hamburg Cyclassics, and the latest transfer news as Fabio Jakobsen secures a move for the 2027 season.Plus, we look at Thomas Silva's breakthrough triumph at the Arctic Tour of Norway, examine what it means for his future, and discuss the riders and teams making headlines as the season moves towards its final Grand Tours and World Championship preparations.

The final Grand Tour of the season is here, and all eyes are on Tadej Pogačar. After another dominant year and a fifth Tour de France title, the Slovenian arrives at La Vuelta as the overwhelming favourite to win the only Grand Tour missing from his palmarès. Returning to the race for the first time since his breakthrough ride in 2019, Pogačar has the chance to complete cycling's ultimate set and add yet another chapter to his already legendary career.But if anyone can challenge him, there are no shortage of contenders. Felix Gall comes in as one of the most dangerous climbers in the peloton and will be targeting the biggest result of his career. Mattias Skjelmose has continued his rise among cycling's elite and possesses the all-round ability needed to survive the brutal mountains and time trials. Meanwhile, four-time Vuelta winner Primož Roglič remains a major question mark. If he starts, and if he finds his best form, few riders understand how to win this race better than the Slovenian veteran. Recent rumours have also linked Florian Lipowitz with a possible appearance, potentially adding another exciting GC contender to the mix.Beyond the battle for the red jersey, the points classification could provide one of the most entertaining rivalries of the race. Mads Pedersen and Wout van Aert are expected to go head-to-head across sprints, reduced bunch finishes and even some of the tougher stages. Both riders can score points almost anywhere, setting up a fascinating duel that could last all the way to Granada.With a demanding route featuring major mountain stages, steep summit finishes and crucial time trials, the 2026 Vuelta a España promises three weeks of drama. Can anyone stop Pogačar from completing his Grand Tour collection, or will a new challenger emerge to deny cycling's biggest star?

One of the biggest questions is the future of Paul Seixas. Will the French prodigy stay with Decathlon CMA CGM, or could he make a move to one of cycling’s biggest superteams? UAE Team Emirates-XRG, Visma | Lease a Bike and Q36.5 have all been linked with the young star.Follow us @thecyclingdane YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/thecyclingdane/

Tadej Pogačar has officially been confirmed for the 2026 Vuelta a España, setting up one of the most exciting Grand Tours in recent years. After another incredible season, the Slovenian superstar will now turn his attention to Spain as he looks to add another Grand Tour title to his ever-growing list of achievements.In this video, we break down what Pogačar's participation means for the race, who his biggest rivals are, how the route suits his strengths, and whether anyone can stop the UAE Team Emirates-XRG leader from claiming another Grand Tour victory.

The 2026 Tour de Pologne is almost here, and in this preview show we break down everything you need to know before one of the most exciting week-long WorldTour races of the season gets underway.João Almeida arrives as the clear favourite for the overall victory. Fresh off another outstanding season, the UAE Team Emirates-XRG leader headlines a strong field and will be looking to add another prestigious stage race to his growing palmarès. UAE also bring a stacked supporting cast including Jan Christen, Jhonatan Narváez, Benoît Cosnefroy and Rune Herregodts, making them the team to beat throughout the week.There are also plenty of fascinating storylines across the peloton. Victor Langellotti makes his first race for XDS Astana Team after his move from INEOS, while Finn Fisher-Black continues his first season with Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe after switching teams. Both riders will be looking to make an immediate impression in Poland.INEOS Grenadiers arrive with an exciting line-up featuring Axel Laurance, Magnus Sheffield and home favourite Michał Kwiatkowski, while Soudal Quick-Step bring Ethan Hayter alongside one of the fastest young sprinters in the world, Paul Magnier. Lidl-Trek's Jonathan Milan is another major name to watch whenever the race ends in a bunch sprint, ensuring there will be plenty of opportunities for the fast men as well as the climbers throughout the week.We'll analyse every stage, discuss where the general classification could be won or lost, identify the key sprint and climbing days, and give our predictions for the overall podium, stage winners and the biggest surprises of the race.If you're following the Tour de Pologne 2026, this is your complete race preview before the racing begins.

Will Tadej Pogačar race the Vuelta a España 2026? Following another incredible Tour de France campaign, speculation is growing over whether the Slovenian superstar will line up for the final Grand Tour of the season.In this video, we examine everything we know so far, including the latest reports, UAE Team Emirates' plans, Pogačar's racing schedule, and the biggest clues pointing towards a Vuelta appearance. We also discuss whether he would start as the overwhelming favourite, who his biggest rivals would be, and what his participation would mean for the race.Could Pogačar complete another historic Grand Tour victory? Or will he decide to end his season after the Tour?

The 2026 Tour de France is over, and it's time to rank every team that battled across three weeks of racing. From Tadej Pogačar’s dominant UAE Team Emirates-XRG to Visma–Lease a Bike’s fight for glory, we break down which squads exceeded expectations, which disappointed, and who truly made the biggest impact on the race.We rank every Tour de France 2026 team based on victories, GC performance, stage wins, tactics, support for their leaders, and overall impact on the biggest race in cycling.Who belongs in S-tier? Which teams underperformed? And was anyone capable of stopping Pogačar and UAE?

The 2026 Tour de France ended with one of the most dramatic finales in recent history as Mathieu van der Poel and Tadej Pogačar went head-to-head on the streets of Paris. With the new Montmartre finishing circuit creating chaos on the final stage, the two superstars battled for one last victory before the Champs-Élysées celebration.Van der Poel used his explosive power and classics experience to fight for the stage win, while Pogačar showed once again why he is one of the most complete riders in cycling history by joining the action even with the yellow jersey already secured. We break down the final stage, the Montmartre battle, Van der Poel’s victory, and Pogačar’s incredible fifth Tour de France triumph.

Richard Carapaz capped off an incredible Tour de France with a second consecutive mountain stage victory, conquering Alpe d'Huez after a dramatic final mountain stage. The Ecuadorian produced another unforgettable ride to secure the stage win and wrap up the King of the Mountains classification, while heartbreak struck Sepp Kuss after two crashes cost him what looked set to be a famous victory. In this episode, we break down Carapaz's sensational performance, the devastating misfortune for Kuss, and how Remco Evenepoel capitalised to finish second on the stage. We also analyse Tadej Pogačar's measured ride as he chose to protect Isaac del Toro's podium position rather than chase another stage victory, effectively sealing his fifth Tour de France title ahead of the final stage in Paris. We also discuss the final general classification battle, Del Toro's impressive ride to secure the white jersey, Paul Seixas' fight for fourth overall, and what to expect on the final stage as the 2026 Tour de France reaches its conclusion.

Tadej Pogačar delivered one of the greatest performances of his career on Stage 19 of the Tour de France 2026, producing a breathtaking ride to victory on the legendary Alpe d'Huez. Launching a devastating attack before the final climb, the Slovenian reeled in the breakaway before powering clear to claim the stage win in record-breaking fashion, eclipsing Marco Pantani's iconic ascent. In this episode, we analyse Pogačar's historic performance, how he dismantled the race on one of cycling's most famous climbs, and what it means for the battle for the yellow jersey. We also discuss Lenny Martinez's impressive ride, Richard Carapaz's aggressive racing, Remco Evenepoel's response, and the latest changes in the general classification.With just two stages remaining, has Pogačar officially put the 2026 Tour de France beyond doubt, or is there one final twist still to come? Join us for our full Stage 19 recap and analysis from an unforgettable day on Alpe d'Huez.

Richard Carapaz produced one of the rides of the Tour de France 2026, launching a perfectly timed solo attack on the final climb to Orcières-Merlette to claim an unforgettable Stage 18 victory. The Ecuadorian judged his effort to perfection, holding off the chasing group to secure his ninth Grand Tour stage win and move into the top 10 on general classification. In this episode, we break down Carapaz's brilliant tactical ride, Mauro Schmid's impressive second-place finish, and Matteo Jorgenson's strong performance after another aggressive day in the mountains. We also analyse why Tadej Pogačar was happy to let the breakaway fight for victory as he safely defended the yellow jersey, while Remco Evenepoel and the other GC contenders chose not to attack ahead of the final two decisive stages. We also discuss the battle for the green jersey, where Mads Pedersen extended his advantage over Jasper Philipsen, the latest general classification standings, and what today's result means as the Tour heads towards the iconic climb of Alpe d'Huez.

Jasper Philipsen finally got his reward at the Tour de France 2026, sprinting to victory on Stage 17 after a perfectly executed lead-out from Mathieu van der Poel. After several near misses throughout this year's race, the Belgian delivered when it mattered most to claim his first stage win of the Tour and reignite the battle for the green jersey. In this episode, we break down Philipsen's long-awaited victory, Van der Poel's incredible lead-out, and how the points classification has become one of the most exciting battles of the race, with Mads Pedersen's lead now reduced to just seven points. We also discuss Tadej Pogačar safely defending the yellow jersey, Adam Yates' difficult day after battling illness, the key tactical moments that shaped the stage, and what today's result means ahead of the brutal Alpine showdown on Stage 18.

Stage 16 of the Tour de France 2026 delivered both triumph and heartbreak. Remco Evenepoel produced another world-class time trial to take victory and cut into Tadej Pogačar's overall lead, but the day was overshadowed by Florian Lipowitz's devastating high-speed crash, which forced the German to abandon the race while battling for a top overall finish. In this episode, we analyse Evenepoel's dominant performance, Pogačar's impressive ride to defend the yellow jersey, and what Lipowitz's withdrawal means for the general classification. We also discuss the battle for the podium, the standout rides of the day, and what to expect as the Tour heads into its decisive final mountain stages.

The second rest day of the Tour de France 2026 has arrived, but after Stage 15, the entire race has been transformed.A dramatic day in the mountains completely changed the battle for yellow. Jonas Vingegaard’s Tour challenge came to an end after his crash, while Remco Evenepoel delivered a huge statement performance to take victory and establish himself as Tadej Pogačar’s biggest remaining challenger.In this rest day podcast, we analyse how Stage 15 has reshaped the Tour de France, what Vingegaard’s absence means for the final week, and whether anyone can still challenge Pogačar for the yellow jersey.We discuss Remco Evenepoel’s incredible rise into the GC battle, Isaac del Toro’s chances of reaching the podium, whether Pogačar has been completely untouchable so far, and the key moments that could decide the final week of racing.After 15 stages, the Tour de France has entered a new chapter. The question now is whether anyone can stop Tadej Pogačar from winning another historic yellow jersey.

Stage 15 of the Tour de France delivered one of the biggest shocks of the race. Jonas Vingegaard's Tour came to a heartbreaking end after a high-speed crash forced the Visma-Lease a Bike leader to abandon, completely changing the general classification and the battle for yellow. While the peloton was still processing the news, Remco Evenepoel produced a brilliant ride to outsprint Tadej Pogačar on the brutal finish to Plateau de Solaison and claim his first road stage victory of the 2026 Tour. Pogačar strengthened his grip on the yellow jersey, but the race was overshadowed by the loss of his biggest rival. In this episode, we break down the crash that ended Vingegaard's Tour, analyse how it changes the race for the final week, discuss Remco Evenepoel's superb performance, and examine UAE Team Emirates-XRG's tactics with Isaac del Toro. We also look at the updated general classification and ask what the final week now holds without the sport's biggest rivalry.

Tadej Pogačar delivered another masterclass in the Vosges, launching a devastating attack on the Col du Haag before riding solo to his fourth stage victory of the 2026 Tour de France. Once again, Jonas Vingegaard had no answer as the Slovenian extended his lead in the yellow jersey to more than four minutes and moved one step closer to a third consecutive Tour title.In this episode, we break down exactly how UAE Team Emirates-XRG controlled the race, why Pogačar chose the perfect moment to attack, and whether Visma-Lease a Bike made the right tactical decisions. We also discuss Isaac del Toro's incredible ride to second, Paul Seixas' breakout performance on home roads, the updated general classification, and whether anyone can still stop Pogačar in the mountains.

Mauro Schmid claimed his first-ever Tour de France stage victory after outsprinting Harold Tejada in Belfort, but the biggest story of Stage 13 was Tom Pidcock. After attacking on the Ballon d'Alsace and producing one of his strongest rides of the Tour, the Briton climbed to fourth in the general classification and suddenly looks like a genuine podium contender. In today's episode, we analyse Schmid's perfectly timed victory, Pidcock's aggressive tactics, and why UAE Team Emirates-XRG and Visma-Lease a Bike allowed him to gain valuable time. We also discuss Tadej Pogačar safely defending the yellow jersey, Jonas Vingegaard's position heading into the mountains, and whether Remco Evenepoel should now be looking over his shoulder. Finally, we preview the brutal Stage 14 in the Vosges, where Le Markstein could produce the biggest GC showdown of the 2026 Tour de France so far.Tour de France 2026, Stage 13, Tom Pidcock, Mauro Schmid, Tadej Pogačar, Jonas Vingegaard, Remco Evenepoel, Harold Tejada, Ballon d'Alsace, Le Markstein, GC battle, Tour de France analysis.

The sprinters returned on Stage 12 of the 2026 Tour de France, but the biggest talking point came long before the finish. Should Mads Pedersen have been relegated after his intermediate sprint against Jasper Philipsen?In today's episode we break down the controversial sprint, explain why the race jury decided not to relegate Pedersen, and discuss whether the decision was consistent with recent rulings at this Tour.We also analyse Tim Merlier's third stage victory, the dramatic crash inside the final kilometre, Jasper Philipsen's performance, the battle for the green jersey, and what it all means before the race heads back into the mountains. Finally, we look at Tadej Pogačar, Jonas Vingegaard and the latest general classification battle as the Tour reaches its decisive phase.

The Tour de France produced the fastest road stage in its history as the peloton flew from Vichy to Nevers at an astonishing average speed of over 50 km/h. While the general classification riders enjoyed a relatively calm day, the sprint finale delivered one of the biggest surprises of the race, with Søren Wærenskjold taking a remarkable victory for Uno-X Mobility after being the last rider home just 24 hours earlier.In this episode we analyse why the stage was raced at such an incredible speed, how the sprint unfolded, and what it means for the green jersey battle. We also discuss why Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates-XRG will be delighted with another stress-free day in yellow, whether Jonas Vingegaard and Visma-Lease a Bike are simply waiting for the mountains, and look ahead to the next opportunities before the race reaches the Vosges.

After the first rest day, the Tour de France exploded back into life on the iconic Bastille Day stage through the Massif Central. Tadej Pogačar launched another devastating attack on the final climbs to take a stunning solo victory at Le Lioran, extending his overall lead over Jonas Vingegaard and tightening his grip on the yellow jersey.In this episode we break down exactly how UAE Team Emirates-XRG controlled the race, why Pogačar's acceleration was impossible to match, and whether Jonas Vingegaard made the right tactical decisions. We also discuss Remco Evenepoel's impressive ride, the biggest winners and losers of the day, the updated general classification, and whether the battle for the 2026 Tour de France is already slipping away from Visma-Lease a Bike.

The first rest day is here, and we're joined by Tour de France legend Jens Voigt to break down everything we've witnessed during an unforgettable opening week of the 2026 Tour de France.From Tadej Pogačar's incredible form and Jonas Vingegaard's response to the biggest tactical moments, surprise performances, and standout riders, Jens shares his expert analysis of how the race has unfolded so far.Having spent the first week on the official Tour de France race motorbike, Jens also offers a unique behind-the-scenes perspective, revealing what it's like to experience the action from inside the race convoy and sharing stories that television viewers never get to see.We also look ahead to the decisive mountain stages still to come and discuss who is best placed to win the yellow jersey in Paris.

Mathieu van der Poel launched one of the most spectacular breakaway attacks of the 2026 Tour de France, but all eyes quickly turned to Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates-XRG. Why were the yellow jersey's team helping to chase? Was it the right tactical decision, or did they risk creating unnecessary enemies in the peloton?In this Stage 9 recap, we break down every key tactical moment, from Van der Poel's incredible ride to the decisions made behind him by Pogačar, UAE, Visma | Lease a Bike, and the rest of the peloton. We also discuss how the stage impacts the general classification, what it tells us ahead of the mountains, and whether this was a missed opportunity—or a masterclass in race control.Was Pogačar trying to protect yellow, send a message to his rivals, or simply racing on instinct? Join us as we analyze one of the most talked-about stages of the 2026 Tour de France.Let us know your thoughts in the comments: Should UAE have chased Van der Poel's breakaway, or should they have let the move go?

The first true mountain stage of the 2026 Tour de France delivered the biggest GC showdown of the race so far as the riders tackled the legendary Col du Tourmalet before the finish in Gavarnie-Gèdre.In this Stage 6 recap, we break down everything that happened between Tadej Pogačar, Jonas Vingegaard and the rest of the general classification contenders. We discuss UAE Team Emirates' tactics, whether Visma | Lease a Bike made the right decisions, the key moments on the Tourmalet, the battle for the yellow jersey, and what today's result means for the remainder of the Tour.Has the 2026 Tour de France already been decided, or is there still hope for Vingegaard and the challengers?

The sprinters finally got their chance at the 2026 Tour de France, and it was Olav Kooij who delivered in spectacular fashion. In this Stage 5 recap, we break down the Dutch sprinter's maiden Tour de France stage victory after a dramatic and chaotic finish into Pau.We analyse how the race unfolded, the late crash that disrupted the sprint trains, and how Kooij timed his effort perfectly to beat Max Kanter and Tim Merlier to the line. We also discuss the performances of the other sprint favourites, the key tactical moments from the finale, and what the result means for the sprint competition.Plus, we look at the general classification as Torstein Træen successfully defended the yellow jersey, while Tadej Pogačar, Jonas Vingegaard and the other GC favourites safely navigated the hectic finish ahead of the first major mountain test on Stage 6.Join us for our full analysis of Tour de France 2026 Stage 5 and everything you need to know before the race heads back into the mountains.

Tadej Pogačar has lost the yellow jersey—but was it a tactical masterstroke or a costly mistake by UAE Team Emirates-XRG?In this Tour de France 2026 Stage 4 recap, we break down Mads Pedersen's impressive stage victory, the breakaway that reshaped the general classification, and how Torstein Træen ended the day in the yellow jersey. We also analyse UAE Team Emirates' decision to let the break gain significant time, whether it takes pressure off the team ahead of the mountains, and what it means for Pogačar's battle with Jonas Vingegaard over the next three weeks.Was this all part of UAE's long-term strategy, or have they handed a dangerous advantage to their rivals? Join us as we recap all the key moments from Stage 4 and look ahead to what could be another pivotal day at the 2026 Tour de France.

After the first mountain showdown of the 2026 Tour de France, we break down an explosive Stage 3 as Tadej Pogačar and Jonas Vingegaard went head-to-head on the final climb to Les Angles. We analyse UAE Team Emirates' tactics, Visma | Lease a Bike's response, the decisive attacks, and what this battle means for the yellow jersey after one of the biggest stages of the opening week.We also discuss Isaac del Toro's crucial support role, the standout performances behind the favourites, and how the extreme heat and spectator restrictions near the finish added another layer of drama. Has Pogačar already laid down the ultimate marker, or can Vingegaard strike back in the Pyrenees?