Things are currently happening fast and furiously in the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup. Just last weekend, Nove Mesto, the third World Cup of the year, took place, and now the field is heading to Albstadt in Baden-Württemberg – the home race of the German XC elite. Here's a big preview of what we can expect: Who are the big favorites? He was able to... read more
Nino Schurter has struck. He clinched his eleventh World Cup victory this Sunday. However, the expected big battle between Absalon, Schurter, and Kulhavy failed to materialize. Schurter charged to the front right at the start of the race and built up a small advantage by the first lap. Kulhavy and Absalon were within striking distance at that point. … read more
Frenchwoman Pauline Ferrand Prevot (Rabo-Liv) won the 17th edition of the Flèche Wallonne yesterday. The 22-year-old prevailed at the Muur de Huy and was suitably happy at the finish: "This is the greatest success of my career. Marianne Vos and the entire team gave everything for me today." World Cup leader Lizzie Armitstead (Boels-Dolmans) from Great Britain... read more
Reigning Olympic, road, and cyclocross world champion Marianne Vos is a well-known figure not only in women's cycling. Her charisma also attracts attention outside of the scene. Team Rabobank-Liv will be all the more pleased that the Dutchwoman will also lead the squad for the 2014 season. Alongside her will be Lucinda Brand, the... read more
