Chris Marshall-Bell
A freelance sports journalist and podcaster, you'll mostly find Chris's byline attached to news scoops, profile interviews and long reads across a variety of different publications. He has been writing regularly for Cycling Weekly since 2013. In 2024 he released a seven-part podcast documentary, Ghost in the Machine, about motor doping in cycling.
Previously a ski, hiking and cycling guide in the Canadian Rockies and Spanish Pyrenees, he almost certainly holds the record for the most number of interviews conducted from snowy mountains. He lives in Valencia, Spain.
Latest articles by Chris Marshall-Bell
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Russian team takes UCI to court over ban
Banned team Gazprom-RusVelo awaits verdict from the Court of Arbitration for Sport
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Olympic champion Matt Walls acknowledges pressure to succeed in crucial contract year with Bora-Hansgrohe
The Briton faces the challenge of proving to his team that his first season results can be repeated
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'It's not hard to change': Astana's riders and coaches see plenty of positives in Mark Cavendish's first race
Alexander Vinokourov, the manager of Astana, confirms that the team will focus on chasing stages with Cavendish at the Tour de France
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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A bleed on the brain, cycling commentary and emulating Bradley Wiggins: introducing Cofidis’ British prodigy Harrison Wood
Harrison Wood has taken the conventional route to cycling's WorldTour, but it hasn't been without its struggles
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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American Matteo Jorgenson finally secures maiden win: 'I didn’t even believe I deserved to be professional'
The American comes good on his potential with an emotional victory in the Middle East
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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From Olympic cycling gold to ski race winner and instructor: Samuel Sánchez's new sporting successes
The Spaniard has found glory in his first sporting love since retirement
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Mark Cavendish: 'All I've ever wanted is to be treated as a human being'
The Manxman starts his season in Oman not understanding the fuss around him
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Riders call for musette ban: '99% of the time there are crashes'
The topic of motorbikes has also reared its head once again, with riders alleging that they are influencing races.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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The Politest Man in Cycling - five days chasing victory with new sensation Thomas Gloag
Britain's latest cycling prodigy is as cheery and humble as they come
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'They come to my country and kill kids': UCI's decision to allow Russian riders at World Championships draws passionate reaction
There has been a mixed response to the UCI's decision to allow Russian and Belarusian riders the opportunity to return to the international stage.
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'I’m just bloody happy to win': Tao Geoghegan Hart delighted at ending long wait without a win
Ineos Grenadiers rider celebrates his first victory since the 2020 Giro d'Italia
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Ineos Grenadiers bet on three leaders for 2023 Tour de France GC push
Form and condition rests will ultimately decide, but at the moment the British team are favouring the two Colombians and the young Spaniard
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Cycling and exercise addiction: how much is too much?
What does it mean to get hooked on riding your bike? CW investigates exercise addiction and comes face-to-face with its devastating consequences
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'I'm studying maths – my brain needs something else besides cycling': Thomas Gloag on his hunger for learning on and off the bike
The 21-year-old Londoner and new Jumbo-Visma signing on rising to the challenge as he begins his WorldTour career
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Remco Evenepoel's journey from football prodigy to cycling World Champion
How a young footballer went on to become one of the best riders in the world
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Be merry, stay fit: a cycling coach’s guide to the ideal Christmas break balance
Tip one: skip the Rapha Festive 500. Here’s how to keep fit without missing out on merriness with family and friends
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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What do pro riders really do at Christmas? We asked the pros to share their festive season secrets
Should you relax and indulge over Christmas or use the time off to train like a pro?
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Gorewear Shield Thermo overshoes review - tough to get on; equally tough weather protection
If you don't mind fighting to get them on and off, these overshoes should be on everyone's Christmas list
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Velocio Recon Snap Jacket review – US brand's winning streak continues into commuter-wear
So stylish and so good in cooler conditions that it will become not just your favourite commuter jacket, but your go-to coat of choice in most situations
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Adam Yates insists his Grand Tour dream is not over: 'When I am at my best, I am amongst the best'
The Briton admits that one week racing is his strength but hasn't given up on the Grand Tour dream
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Chrome Two Way Insulated Shacket review - neat reversibility, but it favours style over practicality
Stylish? Yes. Practical? Hmm, less so
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'There are serious implications' - Tadej Pogačar's UAE Team Emirates face sanctions threat
Growing pressure on Western governments to sanction UAE over Russia could spell trouble for Tadej Pogačar's team
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Tadej Pogačar anoints his successor: 'If I am s**t at the Tour, then he can go'
UAE-Team Emirates' two Galácticos could be facing off for Tour leadership rights before long
By Chris Marshall-Bell Last updated
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Endura Dorado II photochromatic sunglasses review
An excellent pair of sunglasses for changeable light conditions - with the added bonus of two replacement lenses
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published