Pro Cycling

Outsider Alison Jackson wins 2023 Paris Roubaix Femmes from early break

Canadian Alison Jackson took the biggest result of her career so far with a victory on the velodrome in Roubaix. She attacked early in...

Audrey Cordon-Ragot signs for Human Powered Health

It's been a tough 6 months or so for Audrey Cordon-Ragot, leaving Trek, suffering a stroke, the abortive B&B Hotels project and recently the...

Ronde de Mouscron 2023 Race Preview

The Ronde de Mouscron has a short history of just two editions, like Scheldeprijs before it. The first edition was a big bunch sprint that was dominated by Valcar as they delivered Chiara Consonni to the win that year.

Vittoria Guazzini out with pelvic fracture for foreseeable future

Italian rider Vittoria Guazzini sustained a fractured pelvis during the FDJ-Suez recon for this year's Paris Roubaix. She crashed heavily on Wednesday before Saturday's...

Carrefour de l’Arbre: The Decisive Moment of Paris-Roubaix

On April 9th, 1989, Carrefour de l'Arbre became the defining moment of Paris-Roubaix. The cobblestone sector, notorious for its difficulty and danger, saw Belgian legend Eddy Planckaert break away from the pack and secure his victory. This iconic moment has been etched into the history of the race, serving as a testament to the strength and determination required to conquer the "Hell of the North."

Mons-en-Pévèle: the relatively forgotten 5 star Paris Roubaix sector

The cobbled sector of Mons-en-Pévèle is synonymous with toughness and pain in the cycling world. It's a defining feature of the Paris Roubaix race and a true test of a rider's ability to endure. With its treacherous terrain and unforgiving gradient, this grueling stretch of road separates the wheat from the chaff and crowns the race's ultimate champion.

Arenberg Forest: The Brutal Cobbles of Paris Roubaix

The Arenberg Forest is one of the most famous cobbled sections of the Paris Roubaix race, known for its brutal conditions and challenging terrain. Riders must navigate 2.4 kilometers of uneven, jagged cobblestones at high speeds, testing their strength and endurance to the limit. The section has seen some of the most epic battles in the history of the race, with riders pushing themselves to the brink of exhaustion in pursuit of victory. Despite its difficulty, the Arenberg Forest remains a beloved part of the Paris Roubaix route, and riders continue to dream of conquering its unforgiving cobbles.

Lorena Wiebes wins third Scheldeprijs in a row

Dutch sprinting star Lorena Wiebes maintained her streak at the sprinters' classic with her 3rd win in 3 editions, the only editions of the...