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The latest episode of Transfer Talks is packed with major moves, confirmed signings and rumours that could reshape the WorldTour peloton ahead of the 2027 season! DECATHLON CMA CGM Team are strengthening their squad with the confirmed arrivals of Pavel Sivakov, Laurens De Plus and Ben O’Connor, adding serious firepower to their ambitions for the biggest races on the calendar. Meanwhile, could Primož Roglič really return to Team Visma–Lease a Bike? We discuss the rumours linking the Slovenian Grand Tour star with his former team and what a potential reunion could mean for the WorldTour hierarchy. EF Education–EasyPost are also making moves, with Tao Geoghegan Hart and Iván Sosa among the riders linked with the American team as they look to strengthen their climbing options. INEOS Grenadiers are building their own strength for 2027, with Michael Valgren and Javier Romo among the names discussed as the transfer market continues to take shape. Who is winning the transfer window so far, which teams are building the strongest squads for 2027, and what could these moves mean for the balance of power in professional cycling?

The Tour de France 2027 route has been revealed, and it could set up a fascinating battle for the yellow jersey. With Tadej Pogačar chasing a historic sixth Tour de France victory, could this be the parcours that finally gives his rivals the opportunity to stop him? In this episode of thecyclingdane, we break down the biggest talking points from the 2027 route, including the 71 kilometres of individual time trials, the demanding Alpine stages and the decisive Pyrenean finale featuring the summit finish at the Col du Portet. We look at how the route could favour Remco Evenepoel against the clock, whether Jonas Vingegaard can challenge Pogačar in the mountains, and why Paul Seixas could become one of the most intriguing riders to watch as he continues to develop. Could Seixas's climbing ability, descending skills and growing experience make him a genuine threat in the fight for the yellow jersey? Is the 2027 Tour de France route really bad news for Pogačar, or will the Slovenian be able to conquer another parcours and make history?

Who has had the best season in professional cycling in 2026, and which teams have fallen short? We rank the teams from best to worst using the final UCI rankings, looking at the points, victories and performances that have defined the season. Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates XRG sit at the top after another remarkable campaign, but Red Bull–BORA–hansgrohe and Visma | Lease a Bike have also had plenty to celebrate. We break down the biggest teams, examine the squads that have punched above their weight, and look at those who will be disappointed with their 2026 results. Which teams deserve their position, who has been overrated, and which teams have had a season to forget? Join Scott and Patrick on thecyclingdane podcast as we debate the rankings and assess the winners and losers of the 2026 cycling season.

It's another big week in professional cycling on the thecyclingdane podcast! Jarno Widar takes a sensational victory at the Tour of Guangxi, beating Tom Pidcock to the overall title after winning the final stage, while Victor Campenaerts celebrates the first overall stage-race victory of his professional career at the Eneco Tour. We also discuss Brandon McNulty's impressive solo victory at the Veneto Classic, his first win in the rainbow jersey since becoming world champion, and Richard Carapaz's confirmed move to NSN Cycling Team on a three-year deal starting in 2027. From breakthrough performances to major transfer news, we break down the latest results and talking points from the professional cycling world in this week's Weekly Race Review.

The transfer market is heating up, with Filippo Ganna officially confirmed to Lidl-Trek and Giulio Ciccone making the move to Pinarello Q36.5. Meanwhile, INEOS Grenadiers are continuing their recruitment drive, with Clément Champoussin, James Shaw and Joe Blackmore among the latest signings for Netcompany INEOS. In Episode 7 of Pro Cycling Transfer Talks, we break down the confirmed moves, what these signings mean for the teams involved, and how the changing transfer landscape could shape the 2027 season. From Lidl-Trek strengthening their roster to Q36.5 adding another major name and INEOS investing in a new generation of talent, we discuss the biggest stories and what could come next in the transfer market.

Paul Seixas makes cycling history at Il Lombardia, while Primož Roglič claims European time trial glory in a huge week of racing. On this episode of thecyclingdane podcast’s Weekly Race Review, we break down Seixas’ record-breaking Monument victory, Roglič’s European Championships triumph, and all the major talking points from the Gravel World Championships. We also discuss the latest transfer news, with Giulio Ciccone confirmed to join Pinarello Q36.5 Pro Cycling Team, and what the move could mean for his future in the peloton. From historic performances to major team changes, we cover the biggest stories from across the world of professional cycling.

Paul Seixas has made history at Il Lombardia, becoming the youngest winner in the race’s history and breaking a record that had stood for more than a century. We discuss his remarkable performance, Remco Evenepoel’s race, and how the battle between cycling’s rising star and established names unfolded. We also look at what this historic result could mean for the future of the sport and where Seixas now stands among the biggest names in professional cycling.

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!

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.