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Bottas completes 419km jungle cycle from Malaysia to Singapore, dodging snakes and wild dogs

Valtteri Bottas cycled 419.67km from Malaysia to Singapore over four days, encountering snakes, pythons and aggressive dogs while navigating jungle terrain. The Cadillac driver said the nighttime forest riding was the most challenging aspect, though he believes the heat acclimatisation will aid h...

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Marquez cuts Martin's lead to two points with Japanese Grand Prix sweep

Marc Marquez won both races at the Japanese Grand Prix to cut Jorge Martin's MotoGP championship lead to two points with six rounds remaining.

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French cyclist Auge placed in medically induced coma after Tour of Langkawi crash

French cyclist Ronan Auge, 22, has been placed in a medically induced coma after suffering serious injuries in a crash during stage six of the Tour of Langkawi in Malaysia. His team reports his condition as stable but not life-threatening.

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North West 200 shifts to May 11-15 in 2027, returns to Tuesday-Thursday format

The North West 200 will move to 11–15 May 2027 and restore its traditional Tuesday-Thursday schedule, avoiding a clash with Northern Ireland elections. Organisers secured extended sponsorship and broadcast deals through the event's centenary.

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Backstedt's Ascent: How a Welsh Cycling Dynasty Produced an Elite Champion

Zoe Backstedt claimed silver in the women's elite time trial at the 2026 Road World Championships in Montreal, finishing 40 seconds behind defending champion Marlen Reusser in her senior debut. The 21-year-old Welsh cyclist, from a celebrated cycling family, has already won nine world titles and ...

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Backstedt Claims World Time Trial Silver in Elite Debut

Zoe Backstedt claimed silver in the women's elite time trial at the UCI World Road Championships in Montreal, finishing 40 seconds behind defending champion Marlen Reusser in her elite World Championships debut.

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Brennan: Cycling's Safety Crisis Demands Independent Oversight

Matthew Brennan criticises cycling for failing to implement safety reforms after Fin Tarling's death on 14 August, calling the lack of progress "disgraceful" and calling for an independent body to enforce strict safety standards across all races.

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Brennan's five-stage haul falls short as Mas claims Vuelta crown

Enric Mas won the Vuelta a Espana as Matthew Brennan finished fourth on the final stage, missing a record sixth debut Grand Tour stage victory. Brennan's five stage wins marked a historic achievement, while Tadej Pogacar's stage-eight crash and abandonment reshaped the race.

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Bartlett and Goesch win Ironman Wales in Tenby

Nikki Bartlett of Britain and Henrik Goesch of Finland won the professional categories at Ironman Wales in Tenby on Sunday, with Bartlett securing her second consecutive title and Goesch claiming his first pro victory.

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Dunbar claims stage 19 as Mas holds lead with two stages left

Eddie Dunbar won stage 19 of the Vuelta a Espana on 11 September 2026, his first WorldTour victory with Pinarello-Q36.5. Enric Mas maintained his overall lead with two stages remaining, holding a 1:37 advantage over Primoz Roglic.

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Brennan claims fourth Vuelta stage win in sprint finish at Palos de la Frontera

Matthew Brennan won stage 16 of the 2026 Vuelta a Espana for his fourth stage victory, sprinting to victory in Palos de la Frontera. The 21-year-old British rider equalled a nine-year record for Team Visma at the race.

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Driven by Passion: McCoy Fights Back After Second Serious Crash in 13 Months

Gary McCoy recovers from his second major crash in 13 months, determined to return to road racing despite serious injuries and family pressures. The Northern Ireland rider crashed at the Isle of Man TT in June after breaking five vertebrae and a shoulder blade.

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