Cycling: Markus Kaufmann, one of Germany's hopes for the Marathon European Championships in Singen/H., has been injured. The German vice-champion in the marathon distance broke his collarbone in Andalusia and will have to miss the Cape Epic in South Africa. Tim Böhme had to abandon his race in Spain due to stomach cramps, but is healthy again and in good spirits for the upcoming European Championships… read more
Cycling: The Andalucia Bike Race is entering its fifth year and once again attracts numerous superstars of the mountain bike marathon and cross-country scene. Starting this Sunday, the Andalucia Bike Race will keep the entire marathon and XC scene on the edge of their seats for six days. The marathon race, which just a few years ago was largely used as preparation for the… read more
Cycling: German champion Tim Böhme and defending champion Markus Kaufmann lead the field of the fifth edition of the three-day Sparkasse Trans Zollernalb, which begins this coming Friday, September 19th. In the women's race, Gabi Stanger and Regina Genser will face off in a generational clash. Everything points to the duel between Tim Böhme and Markus… read more
The Absa Cape Epic is without a doubt the most notorious and prestigious marathon race in the world. This year, there were quite a few surprises. Besides the somewhat unusual weather, it was primarily the numerous mechanical problems suffered by the top teams that provided an extra dose of excitement. The sporting gesture by Markus Kaufmann and Jochen Käß, in which they supported Robert… read more
Markus Kaufmann and Jochen Käß displayed true greatness and sportsmanship par excellence on the fifth day of the Absa Cape Epic yesterday. Kristian Hynek of the Topeak-Ergon Team suffered two flat tires, whereupon Käß, who is far behind in the overall standings along with his partner Kaufmann, didn't hesitate to lend Hynek his wheels. Hynek and Mennen were thus able to… read more
