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Tour de France legend Mark Cavendish opens up on depression in new doc

A brand new documentary on Mark Cavendish, one of the greatest sprint cyclists in history, delves into the athlete’s years of depression between Tour de France stage wins.

Sport

Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard wins second consecutive Tour de France

Denmark's Jonas Vingegaard wins second consecutive Tour de France with Jordi Meeus winning the final stage.

Sport

Vingegaard extends advantage over Pogacar and aims for overall victory

Jonas Vingegaard looks set to claim his second Tour de France in a row as he extends his lead over rival Tadej Pogacar

France

Tour de France warning for 'selfie spectators' after horrific crashes

Race fans are told to be more aware amid fears someone taking a selfie caused the latest pile-up.

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Sport

Poels wins Tour de France Stage 15 while Vingegaard leads overall

Dutch cyclist Wout Poels has won the 15th stage of the Tour de France while Danish rival Jonas Vingegaard stills maintains his overall lead

Sport

Ion Izagirre soloes to victory in mid-mountain Tour de France stage

The 169-kilometre stage took riders across the Beaujolais vineyards on a route with two big climbs in the second half of the trek. The first two hours of racing were furious, with several dozen riders dropped over the first 25 kilometres.

Sport

Pogacar claims 10th career stage win in Tour de France stage 6

Tadej Pogacar claims his 10th career stage win in the Tour de France with a counterattack which puts defending champion Jonas Vingegaard into second place

Sport

Former Giro champion Hindley claims yellow jersey as Pogacar loses out

On his Tour de France debut, former Giro d’Italia champion Jai Hindley took the yellow jersey in the race's fifth stage.

Living

Milan’s cyclists want to ‘redesign’ the city for people

Through demonstrations and urban proposals, cycle activists are paving the way for a safer, less polluted and bike-friendly Milan.

Experiences

Four of Europe’s best bikepacking routes to try this summer

Here are four of Europe’s best bikepacking routes that are accessible by train.

Mobility

These are the 10 most bike-friendly cities in the world

Nine of the 10 of the world’s best cities for cyclists are in Europe, and they're not necessarily the ones you'd think of.

Switzerland

Swiss cyclist Gino Mäder dies day after Tour de Suisse downhill crash

Swiss cyclist Gino Mäder died on Friday, one day after crashing and falling down a ravine during a descent at the Tour de Suisse, his team said.

Destinations

Searching for serenity? Punt through the 'Green Venice' of France

Fall in love with slow travel as you explore the Marais Poitevin by boat and bike.

Green News

Cycling like the Dutch would slash the world’s carbon footprint

If everybody cycled like the Dutch, we could offset the UK or Australia’s entire carbon footprint.

Destinations

Wales, France Italy: These are Europe's best cycling routes

Ahead of World Bicycle Day on 3 June, discover Europe's most picturesque cycling routes.

Destinations

How to experience Europe’s ski resorts in summer, from €85 a night

After a disastrous winter season, visiting Europe’s ski resorts during the summer provides an alternative way to see the mountains.

Living

See inside the arty new bike tunnel that's the longest in Europe

Bergen's pedestrian and bike tunnel is now open to the public.

People

Meet the female adventurer who travels solo around Europe in her van

‘We felt like Thelma and Louise’: Inside the liberating world of female campervan travel.

Explore

Why cyclists should set their sights on Türkiye for their next trip

In partnership with GoTürkiye

With a climate that favours outdoor cycling year-round, Türkiye has breathtaking bike routes for all skill levels.

Destinations

Need to recharge? Book a trip to the world's happiest country

An appreciation of nature, safety and security are among the reasons people say this country is so happy.