Lucinda Brand powers clear to win 2026 Koppenbergcross

Lucinda Brand attacked on lap four and rode clear to win the 2026 Koppenbergcross by 53 seconds from Sara Casasola.

Ilse Pluimers extends AG Insurance-Soudal contract through 2028 after hip surgery

Ilse Pluimers remains with AG Insurance-Soudal through 2028 after a two-year renewal, as the Dutch Classics rider targets a 2027 return from hip surgery.

Three in four surveyed Continental riders unpaid as Cyclists’ Alliance reveals deep divide

The Cyclists' Alliance 2026 survey finds that 75% of Continental respondents receive no team salary, 79% have one-year deals and just 17% get regular medical screening.

Liv AlUla Jayco completes 2027 Continental roster with seven signings

Liv AlUla Jayco confirms seven new riders for its 2027 women's Continental team, including Zambelli, Bianchi, Sammons and Parslow, completing an 11-rider squad.

Swiss team CTO Sports targets UCI Women’s Continental status for 2027

Swiss cycling organisation CTO Sports plans to move SPAR CTO Women from club racing into the UCI Women's Continental ranks for 2027, subject to registration.

How to watch Koppenbergcross 2026 women in the UK: TV, streaming and start time

The women's Koppenbergcross starts at 12:45 GMT on 1 November 2026. Find the UK TNT Sports 3 and HBO Max coverage, race timetable and contenders.

Stephanie Meder joins VolkerWessels on two-year deal after breakthrough 2026

Stephanie Meder will join VolkerWessels Cycling Team from Wheel Divas on a two-year deal after winning a Gracia Orlová time trial and placing fifth at Tour de Féminin in 2026.

Vélo d’Or 2026 nominees confirmed with new sprinter and rookie awards

The 2026 Vélo d'Or shortlists include Tadej Pogačar, Demi Vollering and Lorena Wiebes, with new sprinter and rookie honours announced for Monaco on 28 November.