Tom Dumoulin said watching his team-mate win on Mont Ventoux gave him the itch to race the Tour de France again.
Jumbo-Visma rider Dumoulin is making his comeback after he took an unexpected break from racing earlier this year, but is now targeting a medal at the Tokyo Olympics.
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'We were talking about going to the Giro d'Italia': Jonas Vingegaard postpones Giro-Tour attempt - for nowThe Danish two-time winner of the Tour de France is seeking to regain the yellow jersey in 2025
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Why are so many women cycling in the gym, but not outside?Gender imbalance persists in outdoor cycling, but inside, it is a different story. Isobel Duxfield explores why
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Remco Evenepoel almost 'back on the rollers' after being doored by Belgian post vehicleMultiple Olympic champion aiming to return to training on the road in February and will tentatively begin riding indoors at the weekend
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'It used to annoy me when people said 'enjoy it', now cycling is my job, I understand': Oscar Onley on his rise through the ranksThe 22-year-old talks through his beginnings as a cyclist, turning pro with Picnic PostNL and what’s next in 2025.
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'He’s at the age now where he's coming into his prime' - Where does Tadej Pogačar go next after a year of unequalled domination?Becoming the first male rider since 1987 to complete cycling’s hallowed triple crown earns the Slovenian this year’s prize. Tom Thewlis salutes a spectacular year
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Jasper Philipsen: 'All eyes will be on us at the Classics but we will be ready'Milan-San Remo winner says Alpecin-Decuninck will be prepared to have a target on their back next year
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Steve Cummings takes sports director role at Jayco AIUla after Ineos Grenadiers departure'It’s an opportunity to be part of a culture that celebrates growth, resilience, and meaningful results' says 43-year-old after joining new team
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Jonas Vingegaard plays down talk of Giro d’Italia debut in 2025, and clarifies use of carbon monoxide inhalationTwo-time Tour de France winner gives nothing away when asked if he’ll appear at the Giro, but the Worlds in Rwanda is in his sights
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Former Tour de France yellow jersey maker placed into receivershipLe Coq Sportif also produced kit for the French Olympic Federation during Paris 2024
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Where next for Ineos Grenadiers, now Steve Cummings has officially left?After the Director of Racing's exit, the Tom Pidcock saga needs a final resolution before the team can move forward
