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Paris-Tours: Riley Sheehan sprints to win from late move on gravel sections

American stagiaire takes big pro victory ahead of Lewis Askey and Tobias Johannessen

Matilda Price

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Riley Sheehan won the five-up sprint at to take Paris-Tours victory

Just two months into his stagiaire stint with Israel-Premier Tech , Riley Sheehan took his biggest European pro victory by sprinting to the win in the prestigious Paris-Tours race.

The American went with a late move over the gravel and climbing sections in the latter stages of the race, and then outpowered his breakaway companions as they evaded the chasing peloton in the finishing straight.

Lewis Askey (Groupama-FDJ) took second after a day out front, whilst Tobias Johannessen (Uno-X) took third, after his team had set up the move.

In the final 30km of racing, the four attackers joined Askey, the sole survivor of the day-long breakaway, and the then-five leaders managed to hold off a slightly disorganised peloton all the way to the line in Tours.

It was Olivier Le Gac who led things out for teammate Askey, but the tired Brit couldn’t quite come round Sheehan, who wins on his debut at this race.

“This is special, this is everything,” Sheehan said at the finish. “This could be a big start for me, having a win like this at a special race is phenomenal. I’m speechless right now.

“For the race, we just had to stay up front. We knew there were no crazy crosswinds or anything, so [we had to] stay as calm as possible into the dirt sections and the hills, and then there stay in the front and make sure our sprinters were in good positions. For me, it was to follow the moves on the hills, and it came out good for me in the end.”

Late breakaway disrupts the sprinters’ hopes in France

Heading out of Chartres on Sunday morning, it was a relatively calm start to the 213km Paris-Tours. The day’s breakaway took quite a long time to establish, but once it did go after 40km, the peloton let the break enjoy a comfortable lead. The five riders who made up the day’s move were Lewis Askey (Groupama-FDJ), Théo Delacroix (St Michel-Auber 93), Joey Rosskopf (Q36.5 Pro Cycling), Maxime Jarnet (Van Rysel-Roubaix Lille Métropole) and Axel Narbonne Zuccarelli (Nice Métropole Côte d’Azur).

The break was allowed to quickly build up a lead of almost four minutes, and the situation remained stable for much of the race as the riders traversed the straightforward roads towards Tours, with the climbing and gravel only coming later in the route. There was little change for over 100km, as the break and peloton alike prepared for the important run-in to Tours.

Hitting the first gravel section and the first small climb, the action kicked off almost immediately, with the break starting to split up and attacks starting to fly off the front of the peloton, though none stuck for a particularly long time.

Meanwhile, a flat tyre for Arnaud De Lie saw him have to chase back onto the peloton at an inopportune moment, but then a second puncture forced him out of the race completely, opening up the competition with one of the main favourites out.

As most of the breakaway slowly dropped away and the gap fell, Lewis Askey emerged as the strongest rider, pushing on solo into the final 45km of racing, a minute ahead of a chasing group made up of Jonas Rutsch (EF Education-EasyPost), Søren Wærenskjold (Uno-X) and Thomas Gachignard (St Michel-Auber 93).

With 31km to go, the charging peloton caught the three chasers, leaving just Askey up ahead alone with four more gravel sections to go. Clément Russo (Arkéa Samsic) was the next rider to try and attack from the peloton, taking Edward Theuns (Lidl-Trek) with him. The attacks were perhaps a sign of no singular team wanting to take it on, but Uno-X did then start chasing, shutting down the Russo and Theuns move with 27km to go.

The acceleration from Uno-X forced a split in the peloton, as groups started to emerge all over the road. A group of four established itself as the chasers, containing Olivier Le Gac (Groupama-FDJ), Tobias Johannessen (Uno-X), Riley Sheehan (Israel-Premier Tech) and Joris Delbove (St Michel-Auber 93). Behind, the peloton regrouped, but there was still a lack of cohesion to chase down the riders out front.

However, Askey’s lead was shrinking, and he was caught by the chasers with 10km to go, after a big pull from his own teammate Le Gac. The five leaders then held a 24-second lead ahead of a disorganised peloton. It still looked touch-and-go heading into the final few kilometres, but under the flamme rouge it looked clear that the leaders would take the victory. Le Gac led things out for Askey, but it was Riley Sheehan who opened up the most powerful sprint, holding off a clearly tired Askey to take the victory, his first on European soil.

Askey took second, whilst Johannessen finished third, a perhaps disappointing result for the Uno-X team who had done the bulk of the work to bring back riders and set up the race-winning move in the finale.

Paris - Tours

• Dates 8 Oct
• Race Length 213 kms
• Start Chartres
• Finish Tours
• Race Category Elite Men

Israel-Premier Tech

• Nationality Israel
• Founded 2015
• Team Principal Kjell Carlström
• UCI Code IPT
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Riley Sheehan

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• Nationality United States of America

Lewis Askey

• Team Groupama-FDJ
• Nationality United Kingdom
• Height 1.87m

Tobias Halland Johannessen

• Team Uno-X Mobility
• Nationality Norway
• Height 1.76m

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PREVIEW | Paris-Tours 2023 - De Lie, Laporte, Groves and Démare among main favourites for explosive gravel classic

Preview . On the 8th of October the peloton takes on one of it's last one-day races of the year, and also one of those with the most history and reputation. Paris-Tours is an explosive classics which features plenty gravel racing and long distances.

To be exact, it has 214 kilometers in length. It is a race that at times sees the sprinters take the wins, however it is by no means pan-flat. It offers plenty opportunities for attacks, the final third of the race features 10 gravel sectors packed into 60 kilometers, as well as several short but punchy climbs. All this should lead to a very good day of racing which also allows many different riders to fight for the win.

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*** Arnaud de Lie , Christophe Laporte ** Kaden Groves , Danny van Poppel , Arnaud Démare * Luca Mozzato, Per Strand Hagenes, Dylan van Baarle, Matteo Trentin, Tim Wellens, Victor Campenaerts, Jordi Meeus, Bryan Coquard, Mike Teunisssen, Rasmus Tiller

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EUROTRASH Monday: Pogačar Wins & Soudal/Visma Off!

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The 2023 season as good as came to its end with Saturday’s Il Lombardia, but there was tons of racing: American Sheehan wins Paris-Tours; Gran Piemonte, UCI Men’s Gravel World championships and the Summer Asian Games road race with results, reports, rider quotes and video.

Soudal Quick-Step and Jumbo-Visma merger off – TOP STORY .

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Last Saturday, Lefevere said in his Het Nieuwsblad column: “After the letter of intent, it all dragged on for too long. But this cannot continue for three more days. There should be much more clarity by Monday.”

According to Sporza , Lefevere and Bakala will now continue together until the end of 2025. Bakala wants to ‘scale back’ his (financial) involvement and new additional investments to strengthen the team around Remco Evenepoel would no longer be possible.

This new twist comes after Lefevere confirmed the plans for the merger last week. “Richard Plugge and I talked for an hour. After that some time passed. I involved Quick-Step and Soudal. Richard visited Visma. Until at a certain point a letter of intent is signed to merge. The intention was to create a constellation in which Bakala, Robert van der Wallen and Richard Plugge would divide the shares. I would sell mine.”

The discussions between Jumbo-Visma and Specialized, the bicycle brand of Soudal Quick-Step that is affiliated with Remco Evenepoel, prove that negotiations about a possible merger were already reasonably advanced. The Dutch team was also already sitting around the table with Evenepoel himself. While Richard Plugge had already informed the international cycling union UCI of the plans.

In Lefevere’s Het Nieuwsblad column this week there was no analysis of the collapse of the merger between his team Soudal Quick-Step and Jumbo-Visma. Lefevere points out that, despite the uncertainty within the team, they have always continued to perform.

“Over the past week I have noticed that no one within Soudal Quick-Step is showing off,” said Lefevere. “What Ilan van Wilder achieved in the Tre Valli Varesine was nothing short of impressive. Few riders can pull away from riders with that reputation. The top five speaks for itself. Five: Tadej Pogačar. Four: Primoz Roglič. Three: Alexandr Vlasov. Two: Richard Carapaz. One: Ilan van Wilder. That says everything about how highly we should rate that performance.”

Andrea Bagioli won the other Italian autumn race. “I enjoyed his victory in the Gran Piemonte. Andrea leaves our team for Lidl-Trek and that is a phenomenon that I have noticed before: riders who leave are often freed from all the pressure they put on themselves. Andrea has won three races in the last three months. He is undoubtedly a good rider and at the age of twenty-four he is still a great talent, but I can say that he joined our team with quite a few credentials. Especially with a high salary that he has not always justified.”

Soudal Quick-Step did not have a bad year, as has been claimed by some, according to Lefevere: “I would like to conclude with a few statistics: fifty-eight victories, including a World title and a monument. Stage victories in the three Grand Tours. We are in third place in the WorldTour rankings after UAE Team Emirates and Jumbo-Visma, with a budget that will not allow you to reach a podium in the WorldTour. Our season has been more than successful and Lombardy still has to start.”

The 2023 Il Lombardia was billed as a three-way battle between two-time Il Lombardia winner Tadej Pogačar, man-in-form Primoz Roglič and Remco Evenepoel, who has bad memories of the last Monument of the season. These top riders kept their powder dry in the first part of the race, but many other riders were eager to join an early break. In the opening kilometres, ten riders set up an early escape.

Thomas De Gendt was in the leading group and the Belgian escape expert of Lotto Dstny had Nicolas Prodhomme (AG2R Citroën), Samuele Battistella (Astana Qazaqstan), Paul Ourselin (TotalEnergies), Mattia Bais (EOLO-Kometa), Simon Geschke (Cofidis), Jacob Eriksson (Tudor), Kamil Małecki (Q36.5), Asbjørn Helleberg (Lidl-Trek) and Nicolò Buratti (Bahrain Victorious) with him. The peloton was not happy with the situation. Several riders tried to cross over to the lead group. Filippo Ganna and Ben Swift for INEOS Grenadiers and Martin Marcellusi and Alex Tolio of Green Project-Bardiani CSF-Faizanè, Nils Brun (Tudor), Nicola Conci and Tobias Bayer of Alpecin-Deceuninck all tried to cross. The chasing group seemed to be stuck between break and peloton, but they came together on the climb to the church of Madonna del Ghisallo.

There was a crash in the peloton in the run-up to the first climb. Evenepoel, one of the top favourites, was involved and stayed on the ground for a long time. Fortunately, the Soudal Quick-Step leader was able to continue, but with an injured left elbow. Sjoerd Bax of UAE Team Emirates was not so lucky and had to abandon the race. At the front of the race: Swift, Tolio, Marcellusi, Brun, Conci and Bayer, Ganna had been dropped, joined the original eleven leaders, we now had a break of 16 riders. The peloton let this group go and the lead increased to more than 4 minutes. Jumbo-Visma took control of the peloton for Roglič. The Dutch team had help from EF Education-EasyPost, which had Richard Carapaz and Ben Healy in the hunt for victory. Due to the work of these teams in the peloton, the lead started to shrink. At the summit of the Roncola the difference was just over 2 minutes. On this climb of 9.4 kilometres at 6.6%, Soudal Quick-Step took command for Evenepoel and started to make the race tough for the bunch.

The first victim of Mauri Vansevenant’s work was Enric Mas of Movistar. The Spanish climber, second in Il Lombardia last year and fourth in the Giro del’Emilia last week, didn’t look comfortable and climbed off his bike soon after being dropped. The leaders had started the Passo della Crocetta (11km at 6%) and it was Battistella who put on the pressure and split the break. There was also an attack in the peloton from Ben Healy and Oscar Onley. The attack by the Irish champion and the young Scot was very early in the race. They must have felt good and tried to cross to the thinned out leading group, but Jumbo-Visma didn’t let them go easily. At the back of the peloton, the door was wide open and riders were getting dropped. Healy and Onley managed to join the leaders after a long fight. Healy went straight to the front in the following kilometres and decided to continue. Only Onley, Tolio, Marcellusi and Prodhomme managed to stay with him to give us 5 leaders at the top of the Zambla Alta, with more than 60 kilometres to go to the finish. There was a second crash in the peloton, Mikel Landa and Richard Carapaz being the biggest manes. The Ecuadorian was soon back on his bike, but Landa, third last year, took longer to recover.

It looked like the Spanish climber would end his last race with Bahrain Victorious in a bad way, but eventually he was able to continue. Healy gave a lot of effort on the descent of the Zambla Alta. Marcellusi was the only rider who could follow the wheel of the Irishman and these two started the Passo di Ganda with a small lead. Tolio, Prodhomme and Onley had by now been caught. Healy and Marcellusi were still riding strongly, but the peloton was gaining on them. At the foot of the Passo di Ganda the lead was around 40 seconds and this was not enough for the two escapees. Marcellusi was the first to be caught, Healy tried to hold out a little longer on his own, but he was also caught. Adam Yates opened the action and was joined by Julian Alaphilippe. Not much later, these two were joined by top favourites Roglič and Pogačar, Simon Yates, Aleksandr Vlasov, Carlos Rodriguez, Michael Woods, Richard Carapaz, Chris Harper, Antonio Tiberi, Andrea Bagioli and Fausto Masnada. Evenepoel was missing and would not see the front of the race again. At the front, the two Slovenians just looked at each other.

The poker game between the two let a leading group form without Roglič and Pogačar. Pogačar didn’t wait for long and quickly crossed to the group and then went solo. Vlasov managed to close the gap on Pogačar with apparent ease, and came through to work. Roglič didn’t look great, but did bring himself back into the race. Pogačar, Vlasov, Bagioli, Simon and Adam Yates, Roglič and Rodríguez started the descent of the Passo di Ganda. Pogačar was unable to make a difference going up hill, but the UAE Team Emirates rider surprised on the downhill. Roglič was unable to close the gap and his countryman soon had the lead. Pogačar took some risks and had 30 seconds on the chasers. Pogačar managed to increase his lead to 45 seconds in the first few flat kilometres and the race looked to be over, but with about 10 kilometres to go he suddenly started to hit his thighs, a sign of cramp. The Slovenian was still able to hold a good pace, behind him the co-operation in the chase was not good. As a result, Pogačar took more as he started the last climb of the day, the Colle Aperto (1.6km at 8%) with a lead of around 45 seconds. Pogačar rode up this short climb through old Bergamo, surrounded by fans, with great style and soloed to his third in a row Il Lombardia win. In the sprint for second place, Bagioli beat Roglič. Evenepoel battled on to crossed the line in 9th place.

# You can see lots of Il Lombardia photos in the full PEZ ‘Race Report’ HERE . #

Race winner, Tadej Pogačar (UAE Team Emirates): “I tried to attack on the climb, which I know well, escaping with Vlasov, who was one of the strongest. I succeeded in going clear in the downhill, I rode it better than two years ago, and I was able to go solo to the arrival, despite the cramps: I tried to manage my effort, I slowed down a little bit, hoping that there was no cooperation in the chasing group, which was a big challenge. It was great to win three editions in a row on three participations, the solo arrival made this even greater, I really enjoyed the last 2 km.”

2nd, Andrea Bagioli (Soudal Quick-Step): “My first podium in a Monument, behind Pogacar, but in front of other amazing riders – this is something I can’t believe. I rode a perfect race and gave everything to stay with the best when the attacking began. I am happy I could win the sprint for second, despite having cramps, and with bringing my time with the team to an end with this great result. I’m sad that I am leaving and I want to thank the Wolfpack for these unforgettable four years! I am delighted that I say goodbye after an incredible week, it’s a really beautiful way to do it.”

3rd, Primož Roglič (Jumbo-Visma): “To make the podium of Il Lombardia is something new for me. But obviously I have to come back and improve to go for the win here. I just didn’t have the legs but I took part in the big fight and I gave everything on the road. It’s been a great season and I wish for even more next year. I’ll keep the super crazy memories we created together with Jumbo-Visma and new challenges await me.”

9th, Remco Evenepoel (Soudal Quick-Step): “I felt good, but towards the end of the race I began feeling the consequences of the crash more and more. Despite the incident, I could still come in the top ten, which shows that the legs were good but I missed something due to the crash. In the end, second and ninth for the team today isn’t too bad. Next Sunday I will go one more time full gas at the Chrono des Nations, and then I will enjoy a nice vacation, as it has been quite a long season.”

13th, Rui Costa (Intermarché-Circus-Wanty): “I had to do my utmost to secure this result, as I suffered from cramps on the descent of the Passo di Ganda, with around 30 kilometres to go. With the help of our Maurten drinks and Crampfix minerals, I managed to get over it and join the second group. I didn’t have the legs anymore to ride a good sprint, but I can be satisfied with thirteenth place in such a prestigious race. I’m particularly grateful for what I’ve experienced with the Intermarché-Circus-Wanty family this season. I really enjoy working in this friendly environment, in which everyone is motivated to work for each other. It’s thanks to this that I’ve been able to achieve personal career highs, such as my victory in the Vuelta. I’m happy to have offered the team some great results, and I hope to end this season in this way next week in the Japan Cup!”

Retiring Thibaut Pinot (Groupama-FDJ): “It’s a lot of emotions. I questioned myself a lot with regard to coming here for my last race and I don’t regret anything because it’s been a great party and I’ll always remember this particular day. I didn’t expect so many people in the “curve”, especially here in Italy. It was a true chaos, just what I like the most. It was crazy and a very intense moment. It’s been a hard race. Also the downhills make this race unique. To have won Il Lombardia remains what I’m the most proud of. On the road I was saying to myself that I was not able to win today but I have won it before and it was a very special feeling.”

Il Lombardia Result: 1. Tadej Pogačar (Slo) UAE Team Emirates in 5:55:33 2. Andrea Bagioli (Ita) Soudal Quick-Step at 0:51 3. Primož Roglič (Slo) Jumbo-Visma 4. Aleksandr Vlasov (-) BORA-hansgrohe 5. Simon Yates (GB) Jayco AlUla 6. Adam Yates (GB) UAE Team Emirates 7. Carlos Rodríguez (Spa) INEOS Grenadiers 8. Richard Carapaz (Ecu) EF Education-EasyPost in 1:05 9. Remco Evenepoel (Bel) Soudal Quick-Step in 1:25 10. Andreas Kron (Den) Lotto Dstny.

This year’s Gran Piemonte started in Borgofranco d’Ivrea, about 60 kilometres north of Turin. The race was short at 152 kilometres, but it did have a tough finale. The last 65 kilometres included four climbs: the Colleretto Castelnuovo (7.1km at 3.4%), Faialllo (5.1km at 5.4%), Alpette (4.9km at 9%) and Prascorsano (4.4km at 3.4%). There was also the chance that the race would finish in a bunch sprint.

The race started fast with many attacks. Ide Schelling (BORA-hansgrohe), Madis Mihkels (Intermarché-Circus-Wanty) and Louis Vervaeke (Soudal Quick-Step) broke away, but there were more riders who wanted to join them. There was a counter-attack with Filippo Ganna with some others. This group of eight joined the leading trio, but not much later the peloton pulled them back. Then there was a new leading group: Thymen Arensman (INEOS Grenadiers), Xandro Meurisse (Alpecin-Deceuninck), Dries Devenyns (Soudal Quick-Step), Harold Tejada (Astana Qazaqstan), Nicolò Buratti (Bahrain Victorious), Bob Jungels (BORA-hansgrohe), Jonathan Caicedo (EF Education-EasyPost), Martin Marcellusi (Green Project-Bardiani CSF-Fainzanè), Rui Costa (Intermarché-Circus-Wanty), Hugo Houle (Israel-Premier Tech), Jacopo Mosca (Lidl-Trek), Sean Flynn (dsm-firmenich), Michael Matthews (Jayco AlUla) and Davide Formolo (UAE Emirates).

Michael Matthews was in the front group, but his Jayco AlUla team was also on the front of the peloton. The 14 escapees only had a lead of 1:30 at the Colleretto Castelnuovo. On this first climb of the day, the leading group still stayed together and there were no splits on the Faiallo, but then on Alpette, Tejada pushed hard from the start of the climb and only Costa, Formolo and Caicedo could stay with him. Sam Oomen (Jumbo-Visma) took the lead in the peloton. He thinned out the bunch at the beginning of the climb, after which Guillaume Martin and Rémy Rochas took over. The pace of the Cofidis men was too high for Wout van Aert, who was dropped halfway up. Martin and Rochas had to let go of Mattia Cattaneo, Andrea Bagioli (Soudal Quick-Step), Marc Hirschi (UAE Team Emirates) and Eddie Dunbar (Jayco AlUla).

Just before the top, Martin was able to rejoin, together with Alex Aranburu, Bob Jungels, Simon Yates, Domenico Pozzovivo, Sylvain Moniquet, Jacopo Mosca, Matteo Jorgenson and Meurisse, who wasn’t finished yet. At the top they were 20 seconds behind Tejada, Costa, Formolo and Caicedo. The quartet was caught on the Prascorsano, while a third group also returned from behind, to make a group of 30. Just before the top of the Prascorsano, Hirschi accelerated. Bagioli jump across to him and took over. The two rode together, but after a while Aranburu and Martin managed to get to them. The four had a small lead over the chasing peloton, but about 5 kilometres before the finish their lead had increased to 15 seconds.

Going into the final kilometre it was clear that the four would fight for victory. Martin tried with a jump, but Bagioli was immediately on his wheel. Then it was Aranburu who wanted to be the first through the last corners. The Spaniard succeeded, but in the finishing straight, Hirschi passed him. The Swiss rider attacked from far out and almost managed to surprise Bagioli, but the Italian managed to overtake him. Bagioli gave Soudal Quick-Step a nice farewell gift, as he is moving to Lidl-Trek for 2024. Hirschi was second, Aranburu third and Martin fourth. Behind them, Ganna came in fifth place, after a crash in the peloton in the last metres decimated the sprint, but Ganna was one of the few

Race winner, Andrea Bagioli (Soudal Quick-Step): “I felt good from the beginning today, and on the hard climb of Alpette I asked Mattia to go full gas, and he did a great job. I then accelerated with 16 kilometres to go, and even after the others came across, I remained confident in my chances. We shared the workload in the group all the way to the finish, where I gave my best and took this beautiful win, my first in an Italian one-day race. It was my penultimate race in the colours of this amazing team with whom I spent my first four years as a pro rider and I want to thank this group for all this incredible time. This fuelled my motivation for today. I improved a lot here and I am where I am today thanks to them.”

2nd, Marc Hirschi (UAE Team Emirates): “Obviously I wanted to take the win today but in the end Bagioli was just a little bit faster. I came into the final metres at speed from the back of the group and actually came up to pass him but he was just that bit stronger. It was a hard start and eventually Formolo got away in a group of 30 which was perfect for us, to force the other teams to chase. On the last kicker I tried and got away in a group of four and we made it to the finish. I’ll focus now on Saturday for Il Lombardia where I’ll be supporting Pogačar and Yates.”

3rd, Alex Aranburu Deba (Movistar): “More than feeling the pressure of the win of my team-mate [Ivan Garcia Cortina] last year, I also wanted to finish the season on a high note in Italy. I’m not the winner but I’m happy to have such a good form at this time of the year. Too bad I didn’t manage the sprint that was launched from far out. It’s been a hard race. We climbed very fast and I suffered a fair bit but I’m satisfied to have been able to contest the victory even though I would have preferred a more favourable outcome.”

52nd at 3:37, Wout van Aert (Jumbo-Visma): “When we got to the long, steep climb, it was just too fast for me. We tried to control it, but the start was super fast. Just about everyone wanted to get into the break. It was difficult to get a good group to ride. Ultimately, a large, strong leading group also broke away. I felt like we were in a bit of trouble all day. We had to ride a high pace on the first climbs. When we got to the long, steep climb, it was just too fast for me. That’s a new race, a completely different race. It is a competition that I am really looking forward to. But today I would also have liked to achieve a result. The team believed in me and went for it, but it just didn’t work out.”

Gran Piemonte Result: 1. Andrea Bagioli (Ita) Soudal Quick-Step in 3:20:25 2. Marc Hirschi (Sui) UAE Team Emirates 3. Alex Aranburu (Spa) Movistar 4. Filippo Ganna (Ita) INEOS Grenadiers at 0:11 5. Rui Costa (Por) Intermarché-Circus-Wanty 6. Georg Zimmermann (Ger) Intermarché-Circus-Wanty 7. Martin Marcellusi (Ita) Green Project-Bardiani CSF-Faizanè at 0:16 8. Harold Tejada (Col) Astana Qazaqstan 9. Antonio Tiberi (Ita) Bahrain Victorious 10. Nick Schultz (Aus) Israel-Premier Tech.

157 riders set off in the shadow of the imposing Chartres Cathedral, bathed in bright sunlight, for the 117th edition of Paris-Tours. It was an emotional start for several riders, including Greg Van Avermaet (AG2R Citroën) and Tony Gallopin (Lidl-Trek), who pinned on their race numbers for the last time in their careers. After covering more than 30 kilometres at high speed, a group of 5 riders finally broke away: Lewis Askey (Groupama-FDJ), Théo Delacroix (Intermarché-Circus-Wanty), Joseph Rosskopf (Q36.5), Maxime Jarnet (Van Rysel-Roubaix Lille Metropole), and Axel Narbonne Zuccarelli (Nice Metropole Côte d’Azur). The gap never reached extravagant proportions before the first challenges of the day.

The Jumbo-Visma team of Christophe Laporte, the Lotto Dstny team of Arnaud De Lie and the BORA-hansgrohe team of Jordi Meeus were controlling the offensive before entering the first vineyard path, Limeray, at 67.1 kilometres from the finish. In the 9th sector, the Lotto Dstny leader suffered a puncture, as did Jordi Meeus, who got caught in a crash. The peloton fragmented completely, marked by multiple attacks and punctures. In the dust, European champion Christophe Laporte, Greg Van Avermaet, Magnus Cort Nielsen or Jasper Stuyven, to name a few, lost precious energy trying to get back into the first group after mechanical problems. Arnaud De Lie, on the other hand, faced numerous setbacks, leaving his hopes in the dust.

In front, the impressive Lewis Askey, only 22 years old, put up a strong resistance as the moves kept coming. Biniam Girmay (Intermarché-Circus-Wanty) tried, as did Matteo Trentin (UAE Team Emirates) and John Degenkolb (dsm-firmenich). There was no letup. The British rider was finally caught on the last difficulty of the day, the Rochecobron climb, by a group of 4 riders who had broken away about 20 kilometres from the finish: Olivier Le Gac (Groupama FDJ), Tobias Halland Johannessen (Uno X), Riley Sheehan (Israel-Premier Tech) and Joris Delbove (St Michel-Mavic-Auber93). Behind them, the Arkea Samsic team of the top favourite Arnaud Démare made the effort to close the gap before the famous Avenue de Grammont. However, their efforts were in vain as the breakaway group contested the victory in the shade of the plane trees. It was the American Riley Sheehan, only 23 years old and a trainee with Israel-Premier Tech, who proved to be the strongest at the end of an extremely close sprint.

Race winner, Riley Sheehan (Israel-Premier Tech): “This is very special. This means the world to me. It’s a big start for my career to get a big win in a special competition here. I’m speechless. We had to stay calm until the gravel strips and the hills, and make sure sprinters were in position. I then had to follow the escapees into the hills. That turned out well. Brutal! (the sprint) With 2 kilometres to go I knew we were going to make it. This allowed me to start in perfect position. That guy from Auber93 started early. I had to go with him and haven’t looked back since. As a junior, and also in the years before that, I rode a lot of cyclo-cross races. And in Colorado you have a lot of these roads, I really enjoyed this, but this is phenomenal and I look forward to the future.”

2nd, Lewis Askey (Groupama-FDJ): “I was able to recover a bit in the last 10 kilometres, but got a bit boxed in in the sprint. I had to brake and start again, while the others were already able to sprint. I screwed up tactically. Even though I still got cramps in the final, I had the legs to win the sprint. That’s my fault. I had a really good day. I like these races. These are the races I race for.”

Paris-Tours Result: 1. Riley Sheehan (USA) Israel-Premier Tech in 4:39:05 2. Lewis Askey (GB) Groupama-FDJ 3. Tobias Halland Johannessen (Nor) Uno-X 4. Joris Delbove (Fra) St Michel-Mavic-Auber93 5. Olivier Le Gac (Fra) Groupama-FDJ at 0:07 6. Christophe Laporte (Fra) Jumbo-Visma at 0:09 7. Tom Van Asbroeck (Bel) Israel-Premier Tech 8. Arnaud Démare (Fra) Arkéa Samsic 9. Edward Theuns (Bel) Lidl-Trek 10. Paul Penhoët (Fra) Groupama-FDJ.

From the start, little by little, the favourites group was thinned out. Defending champion Gianni Vermeersch, with others, missed the early move on and looked to have no chance of retaining the World championship title. Top favourite Wout van Aert had bad luck soon after the start, but despite a mechanical problem he was in the elite group of about 40 riders.

It turned out to be the start of a bad day for Van Aert, who crashed and ended up 9 minutes down. In gravel races, riders must repair their bike themselves. There are no team cars. Van Aert missed the forming of the first leading group, including Matej Mohorič, Florian Vermeersch, Connor Swift, Paul Voss, Cameron Mason and Alejandro Valverde. Mohorič, Vermeersch and Swift were the strongest at the front, because 70 kilometres from the finish they already had a lead of 1:30 over a group including Valverde, Voss, Keegan Swenson and Alessandro De Marchi. Quinten Hermans managed to join with Sebastian Schönberger, although they were already more than 2 minutes down.

The three leaders kept a strong pace, while the chase didn’t get going. At 38 kilometres from the finish, the lead was almost 4 minutes, So, barring bad luck, the medal winners would come from this group. Swift cracked first on the steep climb to San Vigilio, 24 kilometres from the finish. Vermeersch was then put under pressure several times by Mohorič, resulting in the decision being made 18 kilometres from the finish. The Slovenian rode further and further away from the Belgian. The gap fluctuated around 15 seconds for a long time, but Vermeersch had problems when his chain came off and he had to get off his bike to sort it out and lost even more time.

Mohorič expanded his lead to 40 seconds, he survived the steep Collagu’ (1.7km at 11.8%, maximum 23%) and plunged down the descent. Due to taking risks, he slipped on a sharp corner, but he was quickly back up and managed to continue. After 169 kilometres, Mohorič was Gravel World Champion. Florian Vermeersch finished second at 42 seconds. Connor Swift claimed bronze, almost 4 minutes behind the winner. ‘Old Man’ Alejandro Valverde and Keegan Swenson completed the top 5. Van Aert rode a strong final and finished 8th, more than 8 minutes behind Mohorič. Defending champion Gianni Vermeersch finished in 11th place.

Men’s World gravel champion, Matej Mohoric (Slovenia): “Florian Vermeersch and Connor Swift were also very strong, but I used my weight to my advantage. I felt great today and the course was beautiful. This was one of my best days on the bike. I used to always ride a mountain bike, but my friends eventually made me start racing on the road. But I really enjoyed racing on gravel and I’m glad it went well. I always believed in victory, especially because I survived every selection. That made me feel like I had the legs. I had explored the last 40 kilometres. It was super technical and with steep climbs, which suited me perfectly. I knew I had to go for it and soon noticed that the rest were suffering. In the reconnaissance I rode a slightly different line, but luckily I stayed calm and didn’t panic. It is an elite title in a discipline that has a great future. This is going to be very popular and that is why I am very proud. If it works out, I will definitely come back to the World championships.”

2nd, Florian Vermeersch (Belgium): “I knew Mohorič was very strong, but I also felt very good. When Mohorič accelerated, I had to leave a gap. I came back within a few seconds. I still believed in it and chose my own pace. But when my chain came off, I knew it was for second place. It was super hectic at the start. It was a matter of being at the front and staying out of trouble. On the first climb there was immediately a big selection. It was a shame that Wout van Aert had to chase after a crash. From the moment there were three of us, we knew we shouldn’t hesitate. From then on it was man against man.”

8th, Wout van Aert (Belgium): “It was all a bit disappointing. My saddle had collapsed and I had a crash and a puncture. But that crash and the puncture were twice my own fault, I was a bit careless. I couldn’t get my puncture fixed quickly. As a result, I lost a lot of time and was at the back. I knew I could never get to the front again, but I didn’t feel like turning back and I rode my own pace. I went from group to group and ended up in the top 10. It was still a great experience. I would definitely like to come back to the World championships. It suits me and I enjoyed it. But everything has to go well in terms of equipment, but that wasn’t the case today.”

UCI Men’s Gravel World Championships Result: 1. Matej Mohorič (Slo) in 4-52-56 2. Florian Vermeersch (Bel) at 0:42 3. Connor Swift (GB) at 3:39 4. Alejandro Valverde (Spa) at 6:47 5. Keegan Swenson (USA) at 6:48 6. Quinten Hermans (Bel) at 7:23 7. Simone Velasco (Ita) at 7:51 8. Wout van Aert (Bel) at 8:21 9. Alessandro De Marchi (Ita) at 9:07 10. Sebastian Schönberger (Aust) at 9:42.

Firstly, Lutsenko and then Fedorov escaped from the group of leaders with some 80 km to go, immediately taking a good gap and keeping it to the finish line, bringing to Kazakhstan a sweet double success.

Asian Games champion, Yevgeniy Fedorov (Kazakstan): “I am super happy and proud with this gold medal. It was an important competition for us, and we knew we had to do all possible to fight for the victory. This win means a lot to me, it is so nice to bring this gold medal to my country, Kazakhstan. I want to thank all our team for a huge support during preparation to the race and during the race itself. And, of course, a big thank to Alexey Lutsenko, he spent a fantastic day on the road and made a phenomenal race. It was so beautiful to finish together side by side with Alexey and to share this success with him.”

2nd, Alexey Lutsenko (Kazakhstan): “We were expecting a tough race and we were ready to it. After success in the individual time trial, I was really motivated to do my best in the road race. But also, the whole team was super motivated and focused on this start, an important one for Kazakhstan. I could say that the route was impressively hard, and I liked a lot. It was nice to race it. The guys did an incredible job, controlling the race in its first part, while later me and Yevgeniy Fedorov we broke away in a small group. It was clear we have to go on, to continue pushing hard, using this chance, and in a moment, I launched an attack in the first hard climb. A bit later Yevgeniy could join me after another climb and with 80 km to go we remained just two in the lead. Well, we were able to keep it to the final and to bring to Kazakhstan two medals, gold and silver. It is a perfect ending of our road cycling program here at the Asian Games.”

Summer Asian Games – Men’s Road Race Result: 1. Yevgeniy Fedorov (Kazakhstan) in 4:25:29 2. Alexey Lutsenko (Kazakhstan) 3. Jambaljamts Sainbayar (Mongolia) at 5:42 4. Ali Labib Shotorban (Iran) 5. Dmitriy Gruzdev (Kazakhstan) 6. Kyung-Gu Jang (South Korea) 7. Yukiya Arashiro (Japan) 8. Abdulla Jasim Al-Ali (United Arab Emirates) 9. Muradjan Khalmuratov (Uzbekistan) 10. Sarawut Sirironnachai (Thailand).

“We still want to win the Tour with Remco Evenepoel,” Coorevits is certain. The fact that the merger didn’t go ahead is not a disaster for Coorevits and Soudal. “Soudal Quick-Step has always been plan A for us. We are satisfied that everything remains the same.”

Soudal, an adhesive manufacturer based in the Province of Antwerp, will continue to sponsor the Belgian team until 2027. The ambition to win the Tour with Evenepoel is and remains a priority.

Recently, Pouyanné spoke about Julian Alaphilippe with Jean-René Bernaudeau, the manager of Team TotalEnergies. There is interest in the two-time World champion, Pouyanné acknowledges in a statement to Ouest France.

“Jean-René Bernaudeau has a sports project focused on young people, with a predominantly French team. This is a project that TotalEnergies supports,” said Pouyanné. “As I have already said, as the main sponsor of the team, a rider loved by the French public, such as Julian Alaphilippe, interests us. If Julian is ready to join the team’s project, he is of course welcome.”

“My brother was someone, really, with his heart in the right place,” says Kopecky, who started cycling through Seppe. “Yes, he had problems with drugs and alcohol, but if he could help people, he did.”

Seppe wanted to detox and was on a waiting list at an institution. But there was no room there, says Kopecky. “That he ultimately committed suicide: I’ve thought about that a lot, but I’m not angry about it. I understand that in certain situations it is no longer possible and that it is no longer possible to fight. But I am angry about the fact that my brother couldn’t be helped when he wanted it. Seppe wanted help. He couldn’t do it alone and he realised it. We didn’t have to push him into that clinic or stuff him in, like ‘do something about it now’, no, he wanted that himself.”

Kopecky argues that the problem is bigger. “Seppe was not the only one, there are others like my brother. I mean: people who have a drug or alcohol problem and are not helped. What if they no longer see a way out? My brother was not the first to take his own life, nor will he be the last. I don’t even want to imagine that, so yes, I’m angry. First of all, perhaps on the people who sell that junk and lead a very nice life. I hope they feel guilty. Because of how they plunge others into misery. And even in death.”

Despite the death of her brother, Kopecky has a very good season, including a win in the Tour of Flanders, a second place in the Tour de France Femmes and a world road title. “I don’t know how I did it, I don’t know where I got the strength, but there was just no point in saying ‘I’m throwing in the towel’. My brother may not have seen a way out for himself, but I am sure he wanted me to continue.”

“Will there be another backlash? It just might be possible. The season is over, I am aware that the man with the hammer could still come along, but if that happens I will be prepared and well surrounded. I would like to be at the start next year in the same state and condition, but now I have to take good care of myself and so I will have to say ‘no’ to many things this winter.”

The 2018 Tour winner explains that the personnel changes have made a big difference. “Dave Brailsford has seen his role within the team change due to health issues, as well as a number of key people leaving. Fran Miller, Rod Ellingworth (left and returned), Tim Kerrison: when you look at the list of people who have left, it is not a small change.”

Are the golden years of INEOS Grenadiers gone? “We are clearly outflanked. We are still holding our own, but there are one or two teams better. It is always difficult to be at the top, because other teams do everything they can to dethrone you. We’ve changed from the hunted to the hunter, and now it’s up to us to make it difficult for those teams again”

“It is clear that Jumbo-Visma has passed us in the pecking order. But I wouldn’t dare say that about UAE Team Emirates. If you exclude Tadej Pogačar from that team, they of course still have a number of very strong riders. But look at the Vuelta, they didn’t stand out at all.”

The Dutchman said before Paris-Tours that he is looking forward to the end of his career. “My body and mind are telling me that my career as a professional cyclist is over. I have received many compliments from the peloton in recent months. I hope to ride at a good level again in Paris-Tours and end my career with a good feeling.”

Van Emden will not disappear from the cycling world. A while ago it was announced that he would become a sports director with the Jumbo-Visma women’s team. “I’ve been thinking about it for a while. This is the best option for me. As a team leader, I would have found it a challenge to manage riders who are now teammates. It will be a journey of discovery, but I will do everything I can to master the position,” said Van Emden.

“I had never won here,” said Démare after beating Arnaud De Lie in Paris-Bourges. “Now I think I won almost every French race at least once in the period September-October. Very cool!”

“This time the competition was even greater than in the Tour de Vendée,” said the 32 year-old sprinter, who has been racing for Arkéa-Samsic from August 1. He left Groupama-FDJ mid-season after not being selected for the Tour de France. “My goal was to win for Arkéa before the end of this season. I wanted to thank them for their trust and the opportunity they gave me. It worked, twice. It’s a relief after a very difficult year. These victories will give confidence to the entire group.”

The first races for Arkéa-Samsic did not go as hoped, Démare added. “In the beginning I had the feeling that I lacked the rhythm of the race. It was difficult to race, even though I had trained very well all summer. I also had bad luck with flat tires and falls. Even at the European Championships I had a problem and couldn’t show what I had in me.”

All this seems to be behind him now that he has taken the 95th professional victory of his career. On to a hundred? “I hope we can do that next year!”

Archbold rode for continental teams in the first years of his cycling career, but at the end of 2014 he made the move to the (then) ProContinental formation Bora-Argon 18. With this team, Archbold progressed to the WorldTour, but his time at the highest level of cycling seemed already over after one year. Archbold took a few steps back and rode briefly for Aqua Blue Sport and the continental EvoPro Racing.

However, in 2019 he got the chance again at BORA-hansgrohe and then drove for two seasons for Deceuninck-Quick-Step (2020-2021) and finally BORA-hansgrohe again (2022-present). And now, at the age of 34, Archbold has decided to put on the brakes for good. The loyal helper will be in action one more time this month, as he will participate in the six-day Tour of Guangxi.

pro victories. Archbold won a stage in the Czech Cycling Tour in 2019 and a year later he was crowned New Zealand road champion for the first and only time. The driver also won a stage in the 2013 An Post Race at a lower level.

Bäckstedt said before the race, “I’m hyped for the coming cross season! It’s approached fast, it seems, after a fun road season! The excitement level is 90, and the nerves are at level 10, ha!”

The cyclo-cross season preparation started in earnest for Bäckstedt at the Simac Ladies Tour, her debut road race with CANYON//SRAM Racing. Winning the Best Young Rider classification gave Bäckstedt a confidence boost. She followed that by winning the U23 Individual Time Trial at the European Road Championships and another strong performance in the U23 road race.

“I’m feeling pretty good! I ended my road season on a high, and my form was certainly there, so I’m hoping that will stick with me for a while into the start of the cross-racing.” Recently turning 19 years old, Bäckstedt adds, “Most of my preparation has been on the road, but I’ve done a couple of cross sessions in the last week to get the feeling back on the CX bike and in the dry, dusty conditions ahead of the races in America.”

“My goals for the first two weekends of the season are to get a good feeling on the CX bike and test out my new equipment!” said Bäckstedt, who will use the new Canyon Inflite CFR with SRAM RED eTap AXS.

“Of course, I’d love some results but I’m here to enjoy it and prepare for the world cups in Europe. My overall goals this season are the U23 World Cups, European Championships, and World Championships. I’d love to take an elite podium in a world cup too, but we will see what the season brings.”

Following the first weekend in the USA, Bäckstedt will return to Europe to race Cyclo-cross Ruddervoorde on 28 October, round two of the Cyclo-Cross World Cups in Maasmechelen on 29 October, and the European Championships on 5 November.

Ralph Denk , Team Manager BORA – hansgrohe: “As a cyclist and Team Manager, patience is required. It is not always the first attack that leads to success. Eight years ago, Primož almost joined us as a neo-pro. Now he comes to us as a pro with a long list of victories that very few others have achieved.”

“For us, the decisive factor was not what has been achieved, but what lies ahead. Together we want to leave our mark on the big races. Primož appreciates the strength of our squad and knows the great potential of his future teammates. I am convinced that his personality will inspire the entire team, because he is a leader with the will to win, and is also a team player at the same time. Most of all, however, he really loves what he does and for me, that is the key to success.”

Primož Roglič: “I am looking forward to this step, even though a team change is kind of like new territory for me. The good memories of when we met years ago made the talks easy. But the decisive factor was that the team is really motivated to work with me, and that we hold the same ideas.”

Giacomo Villa : “I am 21 years old and, next year, I will become a professional runner, a dream since I started cycling. I started riding at the age of 6 and have always remained faithful to cycling. I am very excited about joining the professional ranks within Bingoal WB and seeing the doors gradually open to some of the biggest races in the world. I have a lot to learn in the professional peloton and that will be my first goal in 2024. I can’t wait to get back into the group!”

As both the road and mountain bike seasons draw to a close, we are already looking forward to a number of important events in other disciplines. It is clear that the multidisciplinary character, part of our DNA for years, will continue to play an important role in the further development of our team.

Here’s what you can expect from us during the fall and winter seasons.

Cyclocross: * European Championships in Pontchâteau (France) * World Championships in Tabor (Czech Republic) * CX World Cup (14 races in 7 countries) * X2O trophy (series of 8 races) * Superprestige Cyclocross (series of 8 races) * A number of single races

Riders: Elite men: Mathieu van der Poel – Quinten Hermans – Timo Kielich – Gianni Vermeersch – Niels Vandeputte Elite women: Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado U23 men: Jente Michels – Tibor del Grosso

Gravel: * World Championships in Veneto (Italy) * Serenissima Gravel in Citadella (Italy)

Riders: Gianni Vermeersch – Quinten Hermans

Track cycling: * European Championships in Apeldoorn (Netherlands) * National Championships * Tissot UCI Track Nations Cup races * A number of Six Days

Riders: Fabio Van Den Bossche – Robbe Ghys.

By attracting Clément Venturini to the French WorldTeam, they made it clear that they want to gain a foothold in cyclo-cross. The six-time French champion and 10th at the World champs in Hoogerheide, stated when his transfer was announced that team manager Emmanuel Hubert encouraged him to do more cyclo-cross racing as soon as he joined the team.

One of the cross riders that the French team tried to sign is Victor Van de Putte, winner of the U23 Koppenbergcross, of the Belgian Deschacht-Hens-Maes team. He would ride a full cross program with the team, combined with a road program, but did not accept the offer. Other options are now being worked on.

Arkéa-Samsic previously supported Steve Chainel’s Team Légendre, but that team will cease to exist this winter. From the women’s team, Amandine Fouquenet and Anais Morichon regularly compete in cross.

The Maryland Cycling Classic, presented by UnitedHealthcare, will return for its third year on September 1, 2024, it was announced today. Recognised as America’s top-ranked road cycling race and highest-ranked UCI event, the 2023 Maryland Cycling Classic was embraced by fans, including an estimated 80,000 spectators and almost 800,000 viewers of the livestream. The third edition will again include four-days of family-friendly activities centered on health and wellness next Labor Day weekend.

“We’re thrilled with the results of the 2023 Maryland Cycling Classic, especially the increased level of spectator and community engagement,” said Terry Hasseltine , President of the Sport & Entertainment Corp. of Maryland, the event’s owners. “Every major indicator showed an increase, marking an important year for growth in year two. This sets us up for a great event in 2024, and we look forward to building on this year’s success.”

Following a hugely successful inaugural event, the 2023 Maryland Cycling Classic surpassed every major milestone in year two. Media impressions went up 200% year over year, while the livestream viewership increased from over 100,000 in 2022 to nearly 800,000 in 2023. The second edition of the Maryland Cycling Classic also elevated its broadcast with a helicopter film crew capturing all the action and broadcasting out to viewers in 76 countries. The regional over the air broadcast was bolstered through a partnership with Maryland Public Television, which aired a record six hours of live broadcast, which included five hours of the race and 30-minute preview and post shows.

Sponsor support escalated with 36 total sponsors up from 21 in 2022, highlighted by UnitedHealthcare, Human Powered Health, 4 Cornerstones Foundation, Johns Hopkins Medicine, Kelly Benefits, RxBenefits, Visit Baltimore, and the state of Maryland.

“We had a strong roster of public and private partners for the 2023 Maryland Cycling Classic” said John Kelly , the event’s chairman. “Fantastic partners from outside Maryland invested in the event alongside several institutional partners with headquarters in Baltimore or Maryland. With support from the state of Maryland, City of Baltimore, and Baltimore County, we were able to elevate the entire weekend with impact at both the community and experiential level while sending a postcard of our state and its attractions to the world.”

The field of cyclists continued to be strong with six World Tour and Tour de France squads at the start line. The elite field of more than 110 cyclists included America’s top-ranked American Neilson Powless, who placed second in the 2023 Maryland Cycling Classic. The event also attracted several Tour de France stars, including fourth-place finisher Simon Yates, stage winner Patrick Lafay, and former Tour de France stage winner Hugo Houle, who finished third in the Maryland Cycling Classic. Race winner Mattias Skjelmose, one of the sport’s rising stars and 2023 winner of the prestigious Tour de Suisse, broke away to cross the finish line first on a sweltering day that hit temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.

The athletes had positive things to say about America’s biggest race.

“I could feel the support (of fans) the whole way around the circuit, even out in the countryside,” said Powless , who was greeted with a noticeable huge cheer from the finish-line crowd in downtown Baltimore that was estimated at 25,000. “It was an awesome setting. I hoped to win this year but I am happy with the podium. It was fun to interact with the American fans because I don’t get to do that at any other point in the year. I was really proud to have the opportunity here and feel that love the whole way around the course.”

“I always love racing in the United States, and would even like to see them add another day,” said Latvian Toms Skujins, who finished fifth after a fourth place in the 2022 race. “This is one of the best produced races we race all year. And the course is a true classic.”

The 2023 Maryland Cycling Classic offered fans four days of free, family-friendly community events over Labor Day weekend. The weekend kicked off with school visits in Baltimore and Baltimore County, including a bike giveaway to local students, compliments of presenting sponsor UnitedHealthcare, and helmets from Specialized. A school program featuring bike and helmet safety curriculum was executed in 12 schools as part of the educational outreach of the event.

The Reginald F. Lewis Museum, one of the top African-American museums, was the backdrop for the event’s welcome reception, which honored African-American trailblazers in the sport from Major Taylor at the turn of the 20th Century, to modern-day heroes Nelson Vails (Olympic silver medalist), Rahsaan Bahati (10x U.S. National Champion), and Corey Williams (current co-owner of L39ion of Los Angeles), and a participant in the 2023 Maryland Cycling Classic. The three were also part of a forum on ethnic diversity as well as honored with custom artwork that was unveiled during a unique night blending art, sport, and education.

As part of the community outreach, the Maryland Cycling Classic presented its second annual Community BIke Jam at Baltimore’s Patterson Park, which saw more than 300 people attend. Six stations were constructed, including an obstacle course, safe riding zone, and a 1.5-mile community slow-ride led by Olympians, which was presented by PNC Bank.

The Bridges of Hope charity ride, presented by Kelly Benefits, welcomed more than 150 riders and raised more than $150,000 for the UnitedHealthcare Children’s Fund, on the Saturday of race weekend. Participants were able to ride parts of the course the pros raced the next day.

The weekend of ancillary events culminated with the Team Introduction at Harbor Pointe. The event introduced all 16 teams in a fun-filled atmosphere for both spectators and VIPs in one of Baltimore’s beautiful locations along the Harbor.

Sanctioned by the UCI (Union Cycliste Internationale) and USA Cycling, the Maryland Cycling Classic is managed by Medalist Sports, LLC of Peachtree City, Ga., and marketed and publicized by KOM Sports Marketing of Colorado Springs, Colo. The companies have been the industry leaders in producing professional road cycling events for the past two decades. The event is a production of the Sport & Entertainment Corporation of Maryland, led by Terry Hasseltine and Bob Sicard. The event chair is John Kelly, one of the principals at Maryland-based Kelly Benefits.

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He did it again. A year after his first victory on Paris-Tours, achieved after a superb ride, Arnaud Démare again conquered the French Classic this Sunday to complete his season in the most beautiful way. At the end of the Avenue de Grammont, and following a great team race, the former French champion outsprinted a small bunch to get his seventh win of the season. Doing so, he also took the Groupama-FDJ cycling team’s tally to nineteen victories, one week before the official end of the season on the Chrono des Nations.

While part of the professional bunch ended its season on Saturday on the shores of Lake Como, another part was preparing to do the same this Sunday through the vineyard tracks of Touraine. As in recent years, the 116th edition of Paris-Tours included gravel sectors in addition to the usual climbs. It’s on a similar course that Arnaud Démare brilliantly took the win in 2021, after an offensive race. In good form, the French sprinter then took the start as defending champion and with all the eyes staring at him. But also with a great squad. “We knew we had a good chance of winning and a strong team,” said Frédéric Guesdon. “We also had the outgoing winner who was super motivated”.

A five-man breakaway including Jonas Abrahamsen (UnoX), Romain Cardis (Auber-St Michel 93), Clément Carisey (GO Sport-Roubaix Lille Métropole), Alexis Gougeard (B&B Hôtels-KTM) and Maël Guégan (UC Nantes Atlantiques) first took the lead on Sunday while the bunch let the gap get to six minutes shortly after the halfway point. “The race was really quiet at the start”, said Stefan Küng. “There was not much wind and not too many dangers. There were still a few crashes that we had to avoid”. Unfortunately, Lewis Askey was involved in one of them seventy kilometres from the finish, just before entering the first vineyard sector. The race then opened up and Olivier Le Gac got in the mix by joining a chasing group. “My role was to be attentive from the first sectors”, indicated the Breton. “We know that there is often a group that goes out quite early and goes far in this race. We wanted to keep Stefan and Arnaud for the final”.

Over the kilometres, Olivier Le Gac got closer to the morning breakaway with Clément Russo, Alex Kirsch, Kim Heiduk and Sam Bennett. At the back, his teammates tried to cover him as best they could. “We wanted to be present from the start so as not to be caught behind and have to pull”, explained Stefan. “As a team, we did a great race. With Jake and Kevin, we followed the moves, which allowed Arnaud to save his energy”. “We also entered the chasing groups to get a head start, because we know that a lot can happen on these roads”, confirmed Frédéric Guesdon.

The peloton remained for a long time just a minute away from Olivier Le Gac’s group, which itself got back slowly to the leading group. “I already had cramps forty kilometres from the finish, so I did less work than the other riders in the breakaway”, explained Olivier. “I didn’t want to go flat out and help the others go far, and then be dropped in the end. Eventually, in the last climb, I still had a bit of energy to follow the attacks”. In this final hill, the Frenchman went away with Heiduk and Kirsch, and bridged across to Abrahamsen, the last rider from the initial break, just seven kilometres from the finish. Behind them, the bunch still included some forty riders. “It really hurt on the sectors, but the pace eased off every time we got back on the road”, explained Arnaud. “I think that’s because the right teams were in the breakaway. Everyone was happy with the situation. We didn’t really know what to do either. We didn’t want to pull behind Olivier, we wanted to trust him”.

In the lead, the Breton also found himself in a hard position, and with an advantage of barely fifteen seconds with five kilometres to go. “I was hoping to fight for the win, I would have liked to get a nice result”, he said. “I had confidence in my sprint, but having Arnaud behind, I wasn’t sure about what to do. I didn’t completely believe in my chances. I told myself that I was going to gamble a bit with my rivals in the break to keep a little something for the sprint”. However, the peloton really took on the chase in the closing kilometres through teams that still had the numbers. “The other teams had to bring back Olivier”, noted Stefan. “It allowed us to save our energy a little, especially since I was the last rider with Arnaud”. “In these final kilometres, it proved very useful to have Olivier up front”, underlined Frédéric.

In the end, the bunch got the best of the leading quartet, which was caught about 1,500 meters from the line. A reduced bunch sprint was therefore looming on the long Avenue de Grammont. “A sprint after 200 kilometres of an attrition race is not the same thing as a sprint after a quiet race”, claimed Stefan. “I trusted Arnaud, and he trusted me. When Trek-Segafredo did not continue their effort after the last corner (750m), I had to start mine and I told myself that I had to hold on until the last 200 meters”. “I know that it is better to be right in front and not touch the brakes than to be behind and try to make your way”, added the Frenchman. “I trusted Stefan. I know that he is very resistant and that he could do a long sprint. I just let a small gap behind his wheel in case some riders would launch from afar”.

When the sprint really opened, about 250 meters from the line, the former French champion immediately jumped on the wheels, quickly took the lead, and maintained his first position until the finish line. He then took a convincing victory ahead of Sam Bennett and was able to scream out his joy. “I did a great sprint to take the win”, commented Arnaud with a broad smile. “The home straight felt so long to me. I was really afraid to get caught after my recent seven second places. I gave everything until the very end, and I managed to win. If I had to win one race, it had to be this one. I’m really happy to finish with a victory. It’s a completely different scenario than last year and it’s not at all what I expected this morning. It also shows that I can be up there in several ways. We were expected, and we had a superb team race. It closes the season perfectly. That’s great“.

“We take the start of every race to win, but it’s always nice to win the last one”, confirmed Frédéric. “It’s Arnaud’s victory, but it’s above all a team victory. It was our tactic today. Arnaud was not the only protected rider, everyone had their chance, we trusted the whole team”. Olivier Le Gac was an example of this. “I’m surely a bit disappointed from a personal point of view, but Nono won and that’s what we came for, so that’s the most important thing,” added the Breton. “Arnaud brilliantly finished it off”, concluded his lead-out man for the day, Stefan Küng. “It’s great to win the last road race. We had an extraordinary campaign in one-day races, we were always up there. We have a young team and those of the Conti are coming! I’m already looking forward to doing the Classics with them next year.” The Swiss time trialist will conclude his season next Sunday on the Chrono des Nations and try to bring the twentieth win of the year to Groupama-FDJ.

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Our selection of the best gravel routes and rides in france to go on an adventure..

Gravel biking is still very new, but it is becoming more and more popular all over the world and has become a major trend in cycling in recent years. Whether it's for daily commuting, spontaneous outings or a multi-day bikepacking trip, the gravel bike seduces you with its versatility and allows you to embark on new adventures.

Discover France on a gravel bike

France is a country famous for its great variety of landscapes and each of its regions has hidden beauty spots to discover while riding bikes. From up high in the Alps or by the sea in the south, France has it all. In this article we have put together a selection of gravel routes that will allow you to get closer to nature and turn your outings into unforgettable experiences!

Southern France - L'Estérel

Start point: Mandelieu-la-Napoule End point: Mandelieu-la-Napoule Distance: 57 km Elevation gain: 1130 m

The Massif de l'Estérel offers real postcard landscapes with its Eucalyptus forest offering a striking contrast with the red rock and the azure blue sky. It is an ideal place for cyclists to quickly escape the road traffic and get closer to nature in this car-free zone.

From Mandelieu-la-Napoule on the coast, you will quickly venture into the slopes of the Estérel. The Grail is suitable for this circular route and for those who need a helping hand with the climbs, the Grail:ON is a good alternative.

Located in the South of France, the Estérel offers temperatures that allow for year-round riding. However, during summer, be sure to check if the Massif de l'Estérel is open to the public due to the fire risk.

South Eastern France - Haute-Maurienne

Start point: Bessans End point: Bessans Distance: 25 km Elevation gain: 810 m

Do you want a trip of a lifetime? Then Haute Maurienne, in the heart of the Alps, is the destination for you! Go for an adventure in the mountains and pass by villages lost in nature where time has stopped. The Hameau de Villaron is an obligatory stop on the circuit and a magnificent place to discover. The trails are quite technical and hilly. The Grizl is a great choice on this terrain. Moreover, the weather is often uncertain and changeable in the mountains, so you will need to bring clothes for all conditions such as a rain jacket .

North Western France - The Loire Valley

Start point: Parçay-les-Pins End point: Parçay-les-Pins Distance: 39 km Elevation gain: 285 m

When we refer to gravel, we often think of the mythical Italian white roads called "Strade Bianche". Well, there’s no need to go to Italy because you can find this type of road in the Loire Valley! Nestled between Angers and Tours, starting from the Gîtes Loire Life in Parçay-les-Pins, you’ll be treated to some of the best gravel in the world.

The Grail is our ideal bike to go full speed ahead and kick up dust as you go. To be even more comfortable, you can equip yourself with a gravel jersey that will ensure comfort in warm temperatures and freedom of movement! If you prefer to take your time and enjoy the scenery rather than focus on your pedalling, opt for the Pathlite:ON instead, which will take you easily to any gravel road.

Eastern France - Alsace

Start point: Canyon Café, Trois-Epis End point: Canyon Café, Trois-Epis Distance: 65 km Elevation gain: 1220 m

Alsace is a popular tourist destination and renowned for its varied landscapes combining medium mountains, vineyards and plains. François-Elie, Canyon’s customer service representative, recommends starting at the Canyon Café in Trois-Epis. You'll venture out along the famous Route des Vins and enjoy some great views.

For this route, we recommend the Grail, which can easily handle the rolling, bumpy sections. If you don't have an advanced level of riding, the Grail:ON will also do the trick. At the end of the ride, you can enjoy a good “tarte flambée” or a beer at the Canyon Café, open from April to October.

From North To South Of France - The French Divide

Start point: Bray-Dunes End point: Mendionde, Netherlands Distance: 2268 km Elevation gain: 35,000 m

The French Divide is the biggest ultra-distance race in France. If you like challenges and long adventures of several days then discover the French Divide course. You can do take part in the annual event (usually at the start of August every year), go alone or with friends - the choice is yours! This course connects the French-Belgian border to the French-Spanish border and is composed of 70% gravel roads. You will pass by paved sectors, the paths of St Jacques de Compostelle and will discover mythical passes. Equip yourself with bikepacking bags , a tent, a change of clothes and let's go! We recommend our bikepacking adventure bikes, the Grizl gravel bike or Exceed hardtail mountain bike , to accomplish this incredible epic!

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Sportive Breaks are proud to partner with the Hotchillee team to offer London-Paris Gravel – an amazing fully supported gravel cycling tour from the Thames in London to the Seine in Paris, riding almost entirely off-road and finishing at the foot of the iconic Eiffel Tower. The ride is supported by a dedicated team of Ride Captains, mechanics, sports therapists and a logistics crew with over 20 years of experience. With three days of stunning off-road riding, you get to enjoy the scenery, ride with a group of like-minded cyclists and celebrate in Paris at the end.

The route, part of which was designed by Sofiane Sehili the ultra-endurance racer and adventure cyclist, starts at Hampton Court and heads south along the Downs Link towards Newhaven and then on arrival in France from Dieppe to Paris via Vernon. Three nights of accommodation in 3* and 4* hotels, three days of gravel riding and return by Eurostar (with separate bike transport) and all the while Hotchillee take care of your luggage and logistics. 

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Hampton Court to Newhaven – 122km / +400m

Today starts at sunrise from Hampton Court with a ride to the coast. We take the urban gravel of the Thames path south and enjoy a chalky, flinty ride through the English countryside. This is the only day of riding with any time pressure as we need to catch a ferry from Newhaven but we leave early to ensure there’s plenty of time to get there.

Dieppe to Vernon – 140km / +1350m

With a continental breakfast under your belt, today’s Queen Stage covers 140km of rolling French trails taking in picturesque villages and dipping in and out of forests. It’s a long day, finishing along the banks of the Seine, but with no time pressure there’ll be plenty of time to look up and enjoy the views.

Vernon to Paris – 114km / +1100m

You’ll be wondering why today’s stage is shorter than the days before, especially when you roll out along the flat by the side of the Seine River. This is just to ease the legs before the brutal climbs and adrenaline-fuelled descents on the way to Paris. This final stage has been designed by Sofiane Sehili, ultra-endurance racer and adventure cyclist. We believe he has found the best possible off-road route to his native Paris and you’ll see why with a mix of open meadows, single tracks, historic towpaths and rolling leafy woodland – it’s only the last 10km that are on a protected cycle path to the finish line at the Eiffel Tower. Put your feet up and enjoy some well-earned post-ride celebrations in Paris.

After a leisurely breakfast, make your way to the Gare du Nord for your homeward journey on Eurostar, followed by a coach transfer to Imber Court where your bike will be waiting for you to collect.

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Our LONDON-PARIS GRAVEL ride is simply the best off-road route to Paris, designed in part by Sofiane Sehili. Ride gravel all the way from the Thames to the Seine, finishing at the foot of the iconic Eiffel Tower.

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Our tips for riding gravel in Paris

Would you believe us if we were to tell you that you can be in a forest, deep in the heart of nature, and just a few kms from Paris?

Adventure is never far away, even if you call Paris home! You just need a good route and the right kit to get out there and make the most of the fresh air just outside the city.

Taking your bike on the train opens up lots of possibilities - Rambouillet, Chantilly, Fontainebleau, Compiègne or Dreux where endless trails await.

Here’s our tips for getting out there exploring on a gravel bike.

Give gravel a go on a group ride

Our first piece of advice is to start with a group ride. It’s a great way to meet other like minded cyclists and also to explore new trails, all with the back up of the group.

Roughly once a month we organise a social group ride that’s open to everyone, and free. It’s not a race at all, we’re there for the chat and coffee too!

On the 10th of June we ran the first #CC Gravel with Classics Challenge. 50 riders gathered at the starting point for a 70km gravel route to Chantilly, before returning home on the train. Origine gravel bikes were available to hire, so it was a perfect chance to try out gravel for some, and to test a new gravel bike for others.

Our favorite gravel routes from Paris

Following the gravel rides we’ve run in conjunction with Steel Cyclewear and Coffeeshop and Classics Challenge, we’re pleased to share our favorite route with you.

It’s been tried and tested, not only by our team, but more importantly all the riders who took part in the social rides. Adventure awaits inside the Peripherique, so don’t delay, get on yer bike!

If you are passing through Paris, don’t hesitate to get off the beaten track and explore around the French capital, from the Chevreuse Valley to the Chantilly Forest. You’ll soon realise that Paris and Gravel are not that far apart!

We recommend 40mm width tyres as a minimum for this ride:

1. Paris-Versailles-Meudon (#6)

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2. Paris-Chantilly : 59,4 km - 650m D+

3. Between Seine & Marne : 76,3 km - 310m D+

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Would you like to organise a ride locally or to some of the forests and countryside nearby? Get in touch with us with your ideas and contact us . Whether it’s for a seminar or get together, with friends and/or colleagues, we’d love to chat cycling with you !

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Coll de Obac

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Tierra del Trigo Mirador

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Valley of the Tears

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Valter 2000

Via Dogliani

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Vidova Gora

Villa Belvedere

Villars-sur-Ollon

Zillertaller Hohenstrasse

April 27 2024

Gravel BALI

From beaches to jungles, mountains, and active volcanoes, we take you away from the crowded tourist areas to the seemingly untouched Bali, and through villages where time appears to have stood still.

May 04 2024

Mallorca Cycling Camp

Ride the spectacular Sierra de Tramontana, from Formentor to Port d’Andratx

May 05 2024

Gravel Tuscany with BWR

Famous for it’s hilltop towns, Chianti wine, cypress trees, great food and Italian style, Tuscany is also home to the strade bianche and some of the best gravel and Beyond Tarmac rides in Europe.

May 18 2024

EPIC Trans Scotland

An incredible journey from the magnificent Isle of Mull through Royal Deeside, Speyside, Loch Ness and the UK’s toughest climb, Bealach na Ba.

EPIC Trans Pyrenees

Discover the natural beauty of one of Europe’s most celebrated cycling terrains. Cross the highest peaks in the Pyrenees, conquering legendary Tour de France climbs every day. Includes Tourmalet, Aubisque, Aspin, Peyresourde, Pierre St Martin, Jaizkibel and many more!

Trans Pyrenees

May 26 2024

Gravel Scotland Highlands

Our route has been devised by Ed Shoote, author of the book “Gravel Rides Scotland”. He’s ridden 1000s of miles of Scottish gravel and has hand-picked the very best for this unique tour.

June 01 2024

EPIC Trans Swiss

It’s really hard to match Switzerland for it’s incredible scenery, unique charm and the sheer volume of iconic and challenging climbs. An absolute must for any avid cyclist who loves to climb.

VIP Porto to Costa da Morte

Our latest VIP trip features a sensational ride from the mountains of Northern Portugal and Galicia to the spectacular Costa da Morte.

Please note: this trip is only open to repeat guests and their friends.

June 02 2024

Gravel Scotland Borders

Another gravel masterpiece designed by Ed Shoote, author of the book “Gravel Rides Scotland”. Follow this stunning gravel ride from Coast to Coast through the best of Southern Scotland and Northern England.

June 09 2024

EPIC Trans French Alps

Test yourself on the battleground of the world’s greatest race. Includes the newest paved climb in the Alps, the massive Col de la Loze, first introduced at the 2020 Tour de France and now rated the toughest climb in the French Alps.

Trans French Alps

You’ve seen the pros do battle on the most famous climbs of the Tour de France. This is your opportunity to conquer the very same climbs as you ride this magnificent route across the French Alps.

EPIC Trans Dolomites

Discover the breathtaking landscapes and majestic mountain passes that have featured in so many epic Giro d’Italia stages. Includes the Stelvio, Mortirolo, Gavia, Zoncolan, Giau, Pordoi, Fedaia and many more!

Trans Dolomites

Discover the breathtaking landscapes and majestic mountain passes that have featured in so many epic Giro d’Italia stages. Includes the Stelvio, Mortirolo, Zoncolan, Giau, Sella, Gardena and many more!

June 16 2024

Gravel Girona with BWR

While Girona is a mecca for road cyclists, the true allure lies beyond the popular paved routes frequented by many PRO cyclists. Experience the authentic beauty of this captivating region by going Beyond Tarmac. Discover hidden gems and embrace the charm of Girona and its surrounding Catalan countryside for a cycling adventure that goes off the beaten path.

June 26 2024

2024 TDF K/QOM Challenge – Grand Depart in Italy

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the Grand Depart of the Tour de France in Italy. Witness the Team Presentation and LIVE race-viewing of the Opening Stage in Florence and Stage 2 in Bologna.

2024 TDF by E-BIKE – Grand Depart in Italy

A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness the Grand Depart of the Tour de France in Italy. Witness the Team Presentation and LIVE race-viewing of Stage 1 in Florence and Stage 2 in Bologna.

June 29 2024

2024 TDF K/QOM Challenge – Italian & French Alps

LIVE race-viewing of the key Alpine stages in Italy and France during the first week of the Tour de France. Witness the Tour LIVE on the Col du Galibier and enjoy VIP access to the Stage Finish in Turin. Ride the Colle del Nivolet – and of course Alpe d’Huez!

July 09 2024

2024 TDF K/QOM Challenge – Pyrenees

LIVE race-viewing of the key Pyrenees stages during Week 2 of the Tour de France. Witness the Tour LIVE on the iconic climb to Pla d’Adet and enjoy VIP access to the Stage Finish in Pau. Ride the Col d’Aspin, Col de Peyresourde, Port de Bales – and of course the Tourmalet!

2024 TDF by E-BIKE – Pyrenees

LIVE race-viewing of the key Pyrenees stages during Week 2 of the Tour de France. Witness the Tour LIVE on the iconic climb to Pla d’Adet and enjoy VIP access to the Stage Finish in Pau. Ride the Col d’Aspin, Col de Peyresourde – and of course the legendary Col du Tourmalet!

July 15 2024

2024 TDF K/QOM Challenge – Ventoux, Alps & NICE

A unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the Finish of the Tour de France in NICE. Experience the Grand Finale LIVE in Nice, conquer Mont Ventoux, witness the penultimate stage LIVE on the last climb, and stay in luxury 5-star hotels throughout.

2024 TDF K/QOM Challenge – Ventoux, Alps & NICE (Riders ONLY)

A unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the Finish of the Tour de France in NICE. Experience the Grand Finale LIVE in Nice, conquer Mont Ventoux, witness the penultimate stage LIVE on the last climb, and stay in a luxury 5-star hotel for the final 3 nights in Nice.

2024 TDF by E-BIKE – Provence, Alps & NICE

July 19 2024

2024 TDF K/QOM Challenge – NICE Weekend

A unique, 4-day trip to experience the Final Weekend of the Tour de France in NICE. Watch the penultimate stage LIVE on the Col de la Couillole, witness the Final Stage Time Trial and stay in a luxury 5-star hotel just 100m from the Finish Line!

2024 TDF by E-BIKE – NICE Weekend

August 10 2024

EPIC Trans Cantabrian Mountains

Conquer the legendary climbs of the Vuelta a España in this incredible week of cycling in the Cordillera Cantabrica. Includes Lagos de Covadonga and the Angliru, the toughest climb in pro cycling.

August 11 2024

2024 Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift

LIVE race-viewing of 5 stages including the Opening Stages in Rotterdam and the Queen Stage Finish in ALPE D’HUEZ!

August 18 2024

Gravel Iceland Westfjords

Ready for a real adventure? Join us on this gravel trip to Iceland and feel the power of raw nature.

August 31 2024

September 02 2024

Vuelta a España

Welcome to the heart of Spain, where the Vuelta a España 2024 promises an unforgettable experience. Dive into the renowned world of Spanish cycling with breathtaking climbs, thrilling race action, and the allure of Asturias, Basque Country, and Rioja’s Northern regions. Cap it off with the Grand Finale in Madrid.

September 07 2024

September 08 2024

September 21 2024

EPIC Trans Provence-Alpes

Featuring the Col de la Bonette, the highest paved through road in the Alps, and Mont Ventoux, the Giant of Provence, this is not a trip for the faint of heart. In addition to being one of our toughest challenges, it’s also one of the most spectacular with an incredible mix of high mountain passes, river gorges, high Alpine and Provençale terrain. A must-ride for the avid cyclist!

September 28 2024

September 29 2024

October 06 2024

Trans Tuscany

The quintessential Italy, Tuscany is famous for hilltop towns, Chianti, cypress trees, great food and the ultimate in Italian style. But it’s also home to some of the most spectacular cycling in Europe.

October 12 2024

Trans Andalusia

The quintessential Spain, Andalusia is famous for flamenco, fiestas, bulls and “pueblos blancos”. But it’s also home to some of the most stunning and challenging rides in Europe.

EPIC Trans Andalusia

October 20 2024

EPIC Trans Portugal

Take the high road across this quiet country’s wondrously diverse terrain. Enjoy the magnificent scenery, historic villages and traffic-free roads – and of course it wouldn’t be Thomson terrain without a few big climbs.

Gravel Portugal with BWR

A spectacular ride  on the cliffs high above the Atlantic Ocean and through the Monchique mountains,  the Algarve, in the south of Portugal, has some of the best Beyond Tarmac riding in Europe.

November 02 2024

Gran Canaria Cycling Camp

Gran Canaria has it all: big mountains, endless sunshine, perfect temperatures and wonderful 4-star hotels to rest and recharge at the end of the day. Little wonder that so many pro riders spend the early winter months training here.

Canary Islands 2-week Cycling Camp

Not sure whether to choose the Gran Canaria Camp or the Tenerife & La Gomera Camp? Then why not do both.

November 09 2024

Gravel Morocco

Embark on an exotic adventure with a guaranteed epic journey across the mountains and desert plains of Morocco.

November 10 2024

Tenerife & La Gomera Cycling Camp

Tenerife has become the preferred training destination of pro riders and this is your opportunity to discover just what is so special about this island.

November 30 2024

Colombia Cycling Camp

Colombia is fast becoming the Mecca of road cycling and the mountain range above Medellin in Colombia’s Antioquia region is the favourite training spot for pro riders.

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Paris-Tours takes on vineyard gravel tracks – Preview

'The sprinters' Classic' may not suit the sprinters this year

Sunday's Paris-Tours may see a new 'style' of winner as the so-called 'sprinters' Classic' is brought bang up to date with the current gravel-riding craze thanks to the inclusion of 12.5 kilometres' worth of tracks that wind their way through picturesque vineyards inside the final 60 kilometres of the French one-day race.

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Paris-Tours is famously one of the few major races that were never won by Belgium's Eddy Merckx, and 1972 Paris-Tours winner Noël Vantyghem once joked that between him and his compatriot Merckx, they'd won all the Classics.

It's a notoriously fast race, but riders hoping to finish their seasons with a flurry are going to find their average speeds knocked down a good 'kph' or two when the race hits the newly included gravel roads with 60km to go, although the total distance has been brought down from last year's 234km to 211km this year to compensate for the additional difficulties.

The introduction of the nine sectors of Vouvray appellation vineyard tracks, along with seven punchy new climbs, has the potential to completely change the face of the race, and while the usual suspects will again line up – Arnaud Démare ( Groupama-FDJ ), André Greipel ( Lotto Soudal ), Edvald Boasson Hagen ( Dimension Data ) – it may be an entirely new face who comes off the gravel tracks with just over 10km to go with victory on the traditional Avenue de Grammont finish in Tours on their mind.

Certainly there's going to be a different winner to last year in that Matteo Trentin, who won on the Avenue de Grammont for Quick-Step Floors , moved to Mitchelton-Scott for 2018, and the Australian team is not one of the 23 teams lining up for this year's race, of which nine are WorldTour teams.

It would be hard to bet against a Quick-Step rider winning again, however, and the Belgian team comes to the race armed with Niki Terpstra – third last year, and a rider who's likely to enjoy the new gravel tracks – and 2008 and 2009 winner Philippe Gilbert , who recently made a winning return to racing at the GP d'Isbergues  after fracturing his kneecap in that horrific crash on the descent of the Col de Portet d'Aspet  at the Tour de France in July.

The Belgian had originally hoped to return from his injury at Paris-Tours, but his earlier return – and surprise success at Isbergues – means he lines up at this year's race with a real chance of taking a record-equalling third victory.

"My dream would be to be at the start of Paris-Tours," he'd said in a video message in early August. "This year it's 10 years since I won there for the first time. It was the first big race I'd won in my life."

BMC's Greg Van Avermaet – winner of the 2011 edition – would have also been a huge favourite on this type of course, but the Olympic road race champion has already hung up his wheels for the year, and will next be seen in the new colours of the CCC Team in 2019.

AG2R La Mondiale 's Oliver Naesen and this year's Paris-Roubaix runner-up, Silvan Dillier , will also be worth watching in the closing stages of the race – both extremely adept at getting into race-winning breakaways or making explosive moves in the closing stages of the race.

The aforementioned Démare will hope to complete his set of podium positions at the race, with the Frenchman having already taken third in 2013 and second in 2016, and look out, too, for last year's runner-up, Søren Kragh Andersen ( Sunweb ), and for the powerfully built Dutchman Dylan Groenewegen ( LottoNL-Jumbo ) who won the seventh stage of this year's Tour de France that finished in Chartres , which is where Sunday's race starts.

Paris-Tours was first held in 1896, but has gradually moved its starting point further away from France's capital city, and will start this year some 100km south-west of Paris.

Chartres last hosted the start of the race in 2015, when Trentin also won , and before that in 2009, and this year it will be remembered as the start of a 2018 race quite different to its previous editions, when all-new climbs and challenging off-road sectors through picturesque vineyards breathed new life into one of the sport's oldest races.

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Olympic champion surfer Carissa Moore: "I’m not ready to pass on the baton just yet"

As one of the greatest female surfers of all time, five-time world champion Carissa Moore shocked the world when she announced that she was taking a step back from the WSL Championship Tour (CT) earlier this year.

“I’m excited to see what else is out there, outside the jersey,” she told the New York Times as the news broke.

Olympics.com caught up with Moore in New York, four months after she announced her decision, to speak about what life has been like since she hung up that jersey for the time being.

Since 2010, the Hawaiian has spent up to nine months out of every year traveling and competing around the world, flying from Portugal to Australia to Brazil, to Tahiti, Fiji, South Africa, Hawaii and more, to go head-to-head against the world’s best.

Now, and for the first time in 15 years, she is waking up, smelling the flowers (literally), and choosing what her day looks like.

She hasn't gone far from the ocean, though, as she plans to defend her title at the Olympic Games Paris 2024 and preparations for that are also in full swing.

“I’m not ready to pass on the baton just yet,” Moore told Olympics.com.

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Five-time WSL Champion Carissa Moore of Hawaii surfs during the semfinal of the Oi Rio Pro 2022 at Itauna Beach on June 28, 2022 in Saquarema, Brazil.

Carissa Moore on life since stepping back from the Tour

Since her announcement to take a step back from the tour, Moore has published a book, she’s working on a documentary project, and even took a trip to Japan… without any surfboards.

But, according to the Olympic champion, it’s the “simple” things that she’s enjoying the most.

“Regardless of whether I'm prepping for a competition or putting a jersey on or not, I'm finding some way to get in the water. It just makes me happy,” she said.

“And I like hot yoga. I like spending time with my family, my friends. I like walking. I've been trying to make more time just to walk the dogs with my husband every evening, and right now it's springtime in Hawaii, so all of the flowers are blooming. It smells so saturated. Yeah, that's a must every day.”

But, with Paris 2024 right around the corner, Moore has some Olympic-level training to sprinkle into her schedule.

For the surfers, this year’s Games will be held on the infamous wave called Teahupo’o , also known as ‘The End of the Road’.

The reef break in Tahiti is one of the heaviest and biggest waves that the surfers face on Tour and will likely be substantially larger than what they saw at Tsurigasaki Beach, where surfing at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 went down.

“People have had big falls and big injuries,” Moore said, talking about the wave.

“It makes that fear factor even greater, but you could also get the thrill of your life.”

Ahead of the kick-off of the Games this summer, she plans to spend as much time training there as possible and recently returned from a trip there in March.

“My goal is to try to spend more time being uncomfortable at that wave and surfing all types of conditions.”

Carissa Moore floats on her board at the WSL Tahiti Pro event on August 15, 2023 in Teahupo'o, French Polynesia, where the Olympic Games Paris 2024 will hold the surfing competition.

Carissa Moore’s legacy

Moore has seen a lot through her 14 years as a professional surfer, and although she is not quite finished, she is leaving plenty for the athletes that follow.

The first season that men and women received equal prize money for their Championship Tour wins came in 2019, and three years later, after 58 years of the Tour, both men’s and women’s competitions became fully integrated, meaning they would compete on the same waves at the same events, for every stop along the way.

“There have been a handful of women who have been there fighting that for us… I feel very fortunate to have reaped the benefits of that,” she said.

Teahupo’o was deemed ‘too dangerous’ for the women and taken off of their Tour docket in 2006, but “it should have been there all along,” Moore argued.

“If you give us the conditions, we will rise to the occasion.”

Time and time again, the Hawaiian trailblazer has risen to the occasion and broken barriers for the women that follow in her wake.

With her foundation, Moore Aloha , she will continue to work to inspire young girls inside and outside her sport for years to come.

When asked what advice she has for younger athletes, she humbly responded: “be kind to yourself and don't be afraid to fail.

"I think if I look at [myself at a] younger age, she put a lot of pressure on herself to do things right and be perfect. But there's no such thing as perfect. And we learn the most from our failures; from the times that we fall down and we get back up. I just embrace the journey and have fun.

"It's supposed to be fun; have a lot of fun. We do our best and perform our best when we're having fun.”

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Alejandro Valverde, una estrella mundial en la Castellón Gravel Race 2024

El murciano, que goza de un palmarés asombroso y está considerado como uno de los mejores ciclistas de la historia de nuestro país, competirá frente a otras figuras del ciclismo como Samuel Sánchez, Luis León Sánchez, Felipe Orts o Lucía González

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A lejandro Valverde es la última figura del ciclismo en confirmar su participación en esta primera edición de la Castellón Gravel Race. El murciano, que goza de un palmarés asombroso y está considerado como uno de los mejores ciclistas de la historia de nuestro país, competirá frente a otras figuras del ciclismo como Samuel Sánchez, Luis León Sánchez, Felipe Orts o Lucía González. Junto a estas estrellas, cientos de corredores procedentes del territorio nacional e internacional tendrán la suerte de compartir una experiencia única en un recorrido de 97 kilómetros.

Valverde será el gran invitado en el estreno de una prueba que ha llegado para quedarse. Tras abandonar el ciclismo profesional hace dos temporadas, Alejandro Valverde se amoldó rápidamente a la bicicleta de gravel y a día de hoy es uno de los grandes nombres de esta disciplina. «El Bala» llegará a Castellón en un estado de forma espectacular tras conseguir ganar el pasado fin de semana por segundo año La Indomable (Almería), cita de la UCI Gravel World Series. Además, cuenta con otros grandes logros recientes como un cuarto puesto en el Campeonato del Mundo de Gravel celebrado en el pasado mes de octubre en Italia y una victoria en La Hutchinson Ranxo Gravel 2023.

La estrella murciana goza también de un palmarés asombroso como ciclista profesional. Entre sus 133 victorias, destaca el triunfo en el Campeonato del Mundo de Ruta de 2018, doce etapas en total y la general de la Vuelta a España (2009), cuatro etapas del Tour de Francia, cinco veces campeón de la Flecha Valona y cuatro victorias en la Lieja - Bastoña - Lieja. Por su parte, Valverde guarda buenos recuerdos de Castellón, lugar donde consiguió una de sus grandes victorias en la etapa de Llucena / Mas de la Costa de La Vuelta 2019.

También cabe recordar la presencia de otras estrellas que participarán en el estreno de la Castellón Gravel Race: Samuel Sánchez, embajador de la prueba y que cuenta con un oro olímpico y numerosas victorias en el campo profesional; Luis León Sánchez, actual líder de la Copa de España de Gravel y exciclista profesional con un palmarés de lujo; Felipe Orts (FORTS Team) y Lucía González (Nesta MMR), actuales campeones de España de ciclocrós y Sofía Rodríguez (Nesta MMR), una de las grandes ciclistas que destaca en el campo de gravel.

La competición tendrá lugar el sábado 11 de mayo a las 9:00 h de la mañana en la Plaza de España de Llucena (Castellón) y contará con 97 kilómetros de recorrido. La carrera dispondrá de 5 puntos intermedios de control con asistencia mecánica (tres de ellos) y avituallamiento, por lo que el soporte está garantizado para los ciclistas participantes.

El diputado provincial de Deportes, Iván Sánchez, ha destacado que "es muy importante que deportistas de la talla de Alejandro Valverde, Samuel Sánchez, Luis León Sánchez, Felip Orts o Lucía González, entre otros, vengan a participar a eventos deportivos a Castellón porque ayudan a promocionar la provincia como escenario deportivo. La Castellón Gravel Race promete ser un evento destacado en el calendario ciclista y, a la vez, ayudará a que nuestra provincia avance como gran escenario para la práctica de deporte al aire libre", ha añadido el diputado provincial de Deportes.

Las inscripciones para la Castellón Gravel Race 2024 permanecerán abiertas hasta el martes 7 de mayo. El cupo es de 500 participantes. Las diferentes mangas (masculina, femenina, junior y cicloturista) empezarán a llegar a la línea de meta a partir de las 12:30h aproximadamente. Los dorsales podrán recogerse desde el viernes a las 17h y el mismo día de la prueba a partir de las 7h en el Ayuntamiento de Llucena.

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Carin León Unveils International Tour Dates Ahead of Stagecoach Debut

Carin León will head out on his 'Boca Chueca' tour starting July 22.

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Música Mexicana artist Carin León has announced his international “Boca Chueca Tour,” slated for this fall. León will kickoff the trek later this year after making debut appearances at both Coachella and Stagecoach .

The “Boca Chueca Tour” will hit major cities across North America and Europe, including a night at Madison Square Garden in New York City, two nights at the United Center in Chicago, Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Coca-Cola Coliseum in Toronto, and BMO Stadium in Los Angeles.

Following the North American leg, León will venture into Europe with confirmed dates in Madrid, London, Amsterdam and Paris.

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“Embarking on this tour is an exhilarating opportunity to share my new music with fans throughout North America and Europe alike. Taking my songs and the vibrant essence of Música Mexicana to a global stage is truly an honor,” said León.

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Countdown to Paris 2024: Olympic momentum gets kick-start at Zurich Classic

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There’s just 100 days until the men’s golf competition opens at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics, and this week’s PGA TOUR event is chalk full of Olympic hopefuls teeing it up alongside each other in the TOUR’s only team event, the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.

This week marks the first time this year we’ll see countrymen paired up in an exciting format. While the 72-hole Olympic golf competition will be stroke play, this week is a special one for those Olympic hopefuls – and medalists.

“I’m excited about going with a chance to win an Olympic medal. That would be something very special,” said Shane Lowry of Ireland, who will be paired up alongside Rory McIlroy at the Zurich Classic. “Ireland has not won a ridiculous amount of medals over the years, so to be able to bring a medal back to Ireland would be very cool.

“I’ve done some really cool things in golf and that would be definitely up there.”

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McIlroy will be making his tournament debut after inviting Lowry to play with him during a “drunken” lunch, he said with a big laugh, after the duo celebrated their Ryder Cup victory last fall. Lowry has played the team event three times – twice with fellow Irishman Padraig Harrington.

The duo also played together at the 2020 Olympic Games in Japan, with Lowry finishing T22 and McIlroy just losing out in a playoff for the bronze medal.

“Rory – I remember he was in the playoff the last time for the bronze medal and what struck me that time was how hard he took that, how much he wanted it. It just shows how much it actually means to us,” Lowry said. “It’s going to be pretty cool to be there with one of my best friends and both of us going there. We’d be going there with hopefully genuine chances to win a medal, and that would be very cool.”

Along with McIlroy and Lowry this week at the Zurich Classic – as we inch ever closer teeing off at Le Golf National – are a handful of other teams with Olympic potential.

Patrick Cantlay and Xander Schauffele, who have been forces at the Zurich Classic (winning in 2022 and holding both the Four-ball and Foursomes scoring records), are currently in position to represent the United States in Paris. Schauffele, of course, is the defending gold medalist

Collin Morikawa and Sahith Theegala are also in the mix for the United States and they’re both in the field at the Zurich Classic, albeit with different partners – Morikawa is with Kurt Kitayama and Theegala is with Will Zalatoris.

Canadians Nick Taylor and Adam Hadwin are also the current Olympic representatives for the Red-and-White, but Corey Conners (who is playing alongside fellow Canadian Taylor Pendrith at the Zurich Classic) is nipping and Hadwin’s heels. Hadwin and Conners are neck-and-neck for the second Canadian spot. Taylor and Hadwin finished second at TPC Louisiana last year.

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Twin brothers Nicolai and Rasmus Højgaard also are teeing it up the Zurich Classic, and while Rasmus sits 10 spots behind Thorbjørn Olesen for the second Denmark spot, there’s a chance for Rasmus to jump into Olympic qualification with a hot stretch of golf.

“With 100 days until the beginning of Olympic Golf competitions, we’re excited to see the momentum building as we approach the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games,” said International Golf Federation Executive Director Antony Scanlon.

Part of that momentum is kickstarted this week at the Zurich Classic, with a unique PGA TOUR format giving fans a chance to get a sneak peek at a few players – and duos! – who are looking to find the podium in Paris.

Texas MS 150 Bike Tour Returns To Aggieland

Texas A&M University will once again serve as the finish line for thousands of cyclists riding in the Texas MS 150 when the 40th annual charity bike tour concludes Sunday on Houston Street between Kyle Field and Aggie Park.

The two-day event benefiting people with multiple sclerosis — a condition that damages the body’s nervous system by eroding the protective coating of nerves — will run April 27-28, with a variety of routes beginning in Houston and Austin before converging in La Grange and again in College Station. Texas A&M Transportation Services is advising drivers to anticipate multiple road closures and potential delays beginning early Sunday as the riders make their way through campus.

A section of Lamar Street starting at the bell tower will be closed to drivers throughout the day, while Houston Street will remain closed from George Bush Drive to Joe Routt Boulevard. Riders will make their way down Olsen Boulevard and Old Main Drive before passing the Memorial Student Center and Kyle Field on their way to the finish line. A map of the route through campus, as well as accompanying road closure and parking information, can be found at transport.tamu.edu/ms150 .

Visitors planning to watch the participants finish are invited to park in one of the three nearby garages: Gene Stallings Boulevard Garage and University Center Garage will both charge a flat $10 entry fee, while West Campus Garage charges an hourly visitor rate. Additional parking information is available on Transportation Services’ event parking page .

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Bike MS, which encompasses the Texas MS 150 and a variety of other charity rides across the country, traces its roots to 1980, when the first MS 150 was held in Minnesota. Today, it is the largest fundraising cycling series in the world. Participants in this year’s Texas MS 150 have already raised nearly $7 million to fight multiple sclerosis, with an overall fundraising goal of $9.425 million. More information about the Texas MS 150 and Bike MS is available at events.nationalmssociety.org .

Media contact: Tad Fifer, Texas A&M Transportation Services, [email protected]

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Carin León Announces International Tour: ‘From Hermosillo to Paris’

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Carin León will follow his history-making appearances at both Coachella and Stagecoach with a massive tour across the United States with stops in Europe later this year. On Thursday, the música Mexicana star announced the dates for his 2024 Boca Chueca Tour.

“Embarking on this tour is an exhilarating opportunity to share my new music with fans throughout North America and Europe alike,” he said in a press release. “Taking my songs and the vibrant essence of Música Mexicana to a global stage is truly an honor.”

After a performance at the Mid-State Fair in July, he’ll kick off his arena and amphitheater tour on Aug. 29 in Colorado, before making stops in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chicago, Toronto, New York, and Nashville. He’ll also head overseas for shows in London, Madrid, and Paris.

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It’s been an ultra-successful year for the musician, who’s successfully released crossover bilingual tracks in country and R&B over the last several months. Earlier this year, he worked with Keith Urban and Rosario on “Si Me Llevas Contigo,” worked with Kane Brown on “The One (Pero No Como Yo),” and dueted with Leon Bridges on “It Was Always You.”

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July 22 – Paso Robles, CA @ Mid-State Fair Aug. 29 – Greenwood Village, CO @ Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre Aug. 31 – San Diego, CA @ Pechanga Arena San Diego Sept. 1 – Greater Palm Springs, CA @ Acrisure Arena Sept. 5 – Sacramento, CA @ Golden 1 Center Sept. 6 – San Francisco, CA @ Chase Center Sept. 8 – Seattle, WA @ Climate Pledge Arena Sept. 12 – Phoenix, AZ @ Footprint Center Sept. 13 – Los Angeles, CA @ BMO Stadium Sept. 14 – Las Vegas, NV @ Michelob ULTRA Arena Sept. 19 – Chicago, IL @ United Center Sept. 20 – Chicago, IL @ United Center Sept. 22 – Toronto, ON @ Coca-Cola Coliseum Sept. 26 – Washington, DC @ Capital One Arena Sept. 27 – Reading, PA @ Santander Arena Sept. 28 – Uncasville, CT @ Mohegan Sun Arena Oct. 2 – New York, NY @ Madison Square Garden Oct. 6 – Houston, TX @ Toyota Center Oct. 10 – Ft. Worth, TX @ Dickies Arena Oct. 13 – Nashville, TN @ Bridgestone Arena Oct. 17 – Charlotte, NC @ Spectrum Center Oct. 19 – Tampa, FL @ Amalie Arena Oct. 20 – Sunrise, FL @ Amerant Bank Arena Oct. 31 – Madrid, ESP @ Wizink Center* Nov. 3 – London, UK @ Electric Brixton Nov. 4 – Amsterdam, NL @ Paradiso Nov. 5 – Paris, FR @ Alhambra

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Ken Carson Announces 2024 World Tour

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Ken Carson has announced the 2024 Chaos World Tour, an extensive run of dates that will bring the Atlanta rapper across North America and Europe. He’s hitting the road in support of his new album, A Great Chaos , which came out last October. Find the complete list of tour dates below.

The 2024 Chaos World Tour begins in Orlando, Florida, on July 8 and keeps Ken Carson on the road until October 5, where he ends the run in Prague, Czech Republic. Along the way, he’ll perform in Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, Paris, London, Berlin, and Milan, among other locales. News of the tour arrives on the heels of Carson’s new track “ Overseas .”

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07-08 Orlando, FL - Warehouse at CCF 07-09 Miami Beach, FL - The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater 07-10 St. Petersburg, FL - Jannus Live 07-12 Houston, TX - 713 Music Hall 07-13 Austin, TX - Stubb’s Waller Creek Amphitheater 07-14 Dallas, TX - The Factory in Deep Ellum 07-16 Phoenix, AZ - Van Buren 07-19 San Diego, CA - SOMA San Diego 07-20 Los Angeles, CA - Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall 07-23 San Francisco, CA - The Warfield 07-26 Portland, OR - Roseland Theater 07-27 Seattle, WA - Showbox SoDo 07-29 Vancouver, British Columbia - PNE Forum 07-31 Salt Lake City, UT - The Union 08-01 Denver, CO - Mission Ballroom 08-03 Minneapolis, MN - The Fillmore Minneapolis 08-04 Kansas City, MO - Uptown Theater 08-07 Royal Oak, MI - Royal Oak Music Theatre 08-08 Columbus, OH - Kemba Live! 08-10 Cleveland, OH - Agora Theatre & Ballroom 08-12 Toronto, Ontario - History 08-14 Montreal, Quebec - M Telus 08-16 Boston, MA - Roadrunner 08-18 Washington, D.C. - The Anthem 08-20 New York, NY - Terminal 5 08-24 Philadelphia, PA - The Fillmore Philadelphia 08-26 Atlanta, GA - Coca-Cola Rozy 08-29 Charlotte, NC - The Fillmore 08-30 Raleigh, NC - The Ritz 09-15 Manchester, England - O2 Victoria Warehouse 09-16 Birmingham, England - O2 Academy 09-17 London, England - OVO Arena Wembley 09-20 Berlin, Germany - Columbiahalle 09-22 Paris, France - Élysée Montmartre 09-24 Frankfurt, Germany - Zoom 09-25 Tilburg, Netherlands - 013 Poppodium 09-27 Brussels, Belgium - La Madeleine 09-29 Milan, Italy - Fabrique 09-30 Zurich, Switzerland - Komplex 457 10-01 Munich, Germany - Theaterfabrik 10-03 Cologne, Germany - Palladium 10-05 Prague, Czech Republic - Garbe

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