This week in your newsflash, Tom Pidcock showcased his fearless descending skills in a stunning stunt in Germany, reaching speeds of 95km/h solo and an incredible 115km/h when tethered to a motorbike, further cementing his reputation as one of cycling’s most daring downhill riders.
Meanwhile, Afghanistan’s women’s national road cycling championships will return for the first time since 2022, though held in France due to the Taliban’s ban on women’s sports, offering refugee athletes a powerful symbol of hope and resilience.
In the broader cycling world, the UCI has rejected the Saudi-backed One Cycling project’s bid to reshape the WorldTour calendar, citing governance issues. However, the project’s supporters remain determined to press on, potentially setting the stage for a major shake-up in the sport’s future.
