Author name: Mathew Mitchell

My name is Mathew Mitchell, 30-something from Staffordshire, UK. Over the last few years, I've got more and more into cycling, from the first innocent Sportive events to Audaxes, Go-Races, British Cycling racing, Time Trials and now Cyclocross.

World Champion Fem van Empel Returns to Cyclocross at Exact Cross in Beringen

World Champion Fem van Empel Returns to Cyclocross at Exact Cross in Beringen

This Sunday, cyclo-cross World Champion Fem van Empel will once again compete in the discipline that brought her to international acclaim. She’s set to ride in the Exact Cross in Beringen, Belgium – a race she clinched last year in a hard-fought battle against Lucinda Brand. The course, notorious for its challenging terrain around a …

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Florian Sénéchal to Join Arkea-B&B Hotels in 2024

Florian Sénéchal to Join Arkea-B&B Hotels in 2024

Florian Sénéchal, a notable classic specialist and trusted sprint train rider, has had it announced that he will be donning the Arkea-B&B Hotels jersey starting January 1, 2024. The announcement adds another dimension to the team’s ambitions, laying the groundwork for a robust challenge in sprints and classic races. It marks a statement of intent …

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Marianne Vos confirms no cyclocross races this year after surgery

Marianne Vos confirms no cyclocross races this year after surgery

Dutch cycling legend Marianne Vos has taken to Instagram to announce her return to cycling following a surgical procedure on her groin artery at the end of August. The Jumbo-Visma rider disclosed her contentment with the progress she has made during her recovery, noting that cyclocross events are off her calendar this year. “It’s been …

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Lorena Wiebes takes 2023 European Gravel title

Lorena Wiebes takes 2023 European Gravel title

In a thrilling display of skill and stamina, Lorena Wiebes of team SD Worx has won the first-ever European Gravel Championship, outpacing her Dutch compatriot Fem van Empel in a dramatic final sprint. Italy’s Elena Cecchini secured the bronze, adding to the roster of celebrated athletes in this groundbreaking event. Held on Sunday, 1st October …

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Primož Roglič confirms he will leave Jumbo-Visma

Primož Roglič confirms he will leave Jumbo-Visma

Primož Roglič, the 33-year-old Slovenian cycling sensation, has confirmed he will leave Jumbo-Visma at the end of the current season. Roglič broke the news to reporters before the start of the Giro dell’Emilia on Saturday. “I can definitely confirm that I will leave the team, but we want to tell all the details as to …

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Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig triumphs at Giro dell’Emilia Donne

Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig triumphs at Giro dell’Emilia Donne

In an action-packed Giro dell’Emilia Donne, Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig of team FDJ-SUEZ clinched a stellar victory on the challenging San Luca climb in Bologna. Marta Cavalli, Ludwig’s teammate, followed in second, while Juliette Labous rounded out the podium in third place. The race marked an eventful day for the Team dsm-firmenich squad, with Labous securing …

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Victorie Guilman signs with St Michel – Mavic – Auber93 for 2024

Victorie Guilman signs with St Michel – Mavic – Auber93 for 2024

After eight illustrious years of memorable achievements at FDJ-Suez, Victorie Guilman has made a pivotal career move. Parting ways with her long-time team, she joins the steadily ascending St Michel – Mavic – Auber93 for the 2024 season. The significance of this move for St Michel – Mavic – Auber93 can’t be overstated. The team’s …

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Riders to Watch at the 2023 Giro dell’Emilia Donne

Riders to Watch at the 2023 Giro dell’Emilia Donne

This year, the scenic San Luca climb in Bologna sets the backdrop for the much-anticipated Giro dell’Emilia Donne. With a bevvy of well-seasoned professionals and up-and-coming talents gearing up for a captivating race, the stage is set for a memorable showdown. The Giro dell’Emilia Donne offers an exciting blend of climbs and rolling terrains, making …

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