Matt Stephens and Mitch Docker chat about the sacrifices required to race against the new era of pro cyclists.

Mitch Docker on personal sacrifices, ticket ballots and retro fashion.

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Behind the scenes at the Giro d’Italia 2024 with Matt Stephen with a mix of race reviews and totally random encounters.

Giro Unplugged 2024 Stages 1 to 9 - Wild predictions and tame reflections

Rory Townsend tells Matt Stephens how he rides efficiently and cautiously until the final 300m, when the internal safety warning system needs to be silenced!

Rory Townsend on versatility, and racing efficiently to reach your potential

Jasper Philipsen gets ready for Paris-Roubaix by chatting about training, tactics and nutrition with Matt Stephens. The proud Belgian explains the difference between winning a Spring Classic and a stage of the Tour de France.

Jasper Philipsen on how he’ll tackle Paris-Roubaix this weekend

Rod Ellingworth tells Matt Stephens how he changed the acceptance criteria for development riders at British Cycling, and how his holistic approach impacted the success of Team Sky and Ineos.

Rod Ellingworth on the impact of his success at British Cycling and Team Sky

Kate Veronneau tells Matt Stephens how she’s helping shift Women’s Cycling towards equality through initiatives like the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.

Mitch Docker on personal sacrifices, ticket ballots and retro fashion.

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