The Domestiques

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Get out your rosary beads, it’s Holy Week. The toughest, most electrifying week of racing in the Flandrian region of Belgium. The pro peloton tackles the same infamous cobbled roads, just in different directions, making it a brutal test for the riders and an absolute dream for the fans. We review an already huge week including Gent-Wevelgem, and preview the midweek chaos of Dwars Door Vlaanderen, and if you survive all that—there’s the grand finale: Ronde van Vlaanderen this Sunday.

This week on The Domestiques, we’re joined by legendary cycling coach and DS Tim Decker. We break down the winning moments of Milano-San Remo in both the men’s and women’s races! Plus, we wrap up the Pro Velo League and chat to Decker about winning the premiership and being dropped as the National Coach. Jump in. There was good chat all around.

This week on The Domestiques, Mark O’Brien joins us as co-host to break down one of the biggest weeks in cycling outside of a Grand Tour! We dive into the drama of Grafton to Inverell; including Marko’s controversial DQ plus all the action from Paris-Nice, Tirreno-Adriatico, and the Women’s Trofeo Binda. We also preview the Pro Velo Grand Final and Milan-San Remo. It’s packed with insights, opinions, and plenty of banter, don’t miss it!

Peaks Challenge is the talk of the town and the talk of The Domestiques. The team of Hollywood and Matilda conquered the epic climbs of Australia’s most gruelling community ride and are joined by Mark O’Brien who set an amazing new course record completing the 235km distance in 6 hours 40 minutes. How did they do it? Hear of the tall tales of triumph, heartbreak and heroics. And Tadej Pogačar does it again after producing another superhuman performance despite spectacularly crashing on the white dusty roads of the Strade Bianche. And the apprentice took on the master in the women’s race - Demi Vollering taking on her ex-coach Anna van der Breggen. Whether you’re gearing up for Peaks 2026 or just love a good cycling story this episode is a must listen!

The Domestiques are thrilled to welcome popular British television journalist and presenter Orla Chennaoui to the microphone. A woman who has a unique zest and passion for world cycling and who has opened doors for others to follow their dreams as broadcasters. Orla describes her television journey, the battles along the way and overcoming personal career challenges. Don’t miss this energised and supercharged episode with Orla.

A special treat in this episode of The Domestiques.

Liz Hepple is a pioneer in women’s cycling who raced in Europe, took on the world, and triumphed!

It’s been almost 40 years since Liz competed in the women’s edition of the Tour de France which was held concurrently with the men.

It was a primitive time but a moment in history which opened doors for others to follow in Liz’s footsteps.

While it’s thought Cadel Evans was the first Australian to stand on the winner’s podium at Le Tour, it was in fact Liz after finishing third in 1988.

Hear the story of an unsung hero of Australian cycling.

The Domestiques are joined by an Olympic gold medalist, a track world champion, a Giro pink jersey wearer and a Director Sportif to one of the world’s biggest World Tour teams.

But Brett Lancaster gave away a seemingly glamorous life in Europe to live a simple existence in his hometown of Shepparton, Victoria.

Brett shares his thoughts on the direction of his former employer Ineos Grenadiers, the signing of Caleb Ewan and reflects on a brilliant career and why he returned home.

It’s fascinating listening in the career and life of an unheralded Aussie cycling champion.

A Warrny debrief & Three Peaks preview with Mark O’Brien.

In this episode of The Domestiques, Hollywood and Tils catch up with former Melbourne to Warrnambool champion Mark O’Brien about his day in the winning break. We dive into his power numbers and nutrition, as well as his plan to break his own record at next month’s Peaks Challenge by Bicycle Network.

This is a long chat with a a true legend of Australian cycling.

Fergus Browning is a star of the future.

The 21 year old, who thrilled a global television audience at the Tour Down Under, joins The Domestiques in this special episode.

His performance has attracted worldwide interest and attention, and it won’t be long before the Melbourne protege lines up as a regular on the World Tour.

Fergus reminds us of his past, his present and outlines his future ambitions.

The team looks back on a huge weekend of racing at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race.

Also, why is Hollywood feeling anxious ahead of this weekend’s Melbourne to Warrnambool Classic?

All is revealed in The Domestiques.

In this episode of The Domestiques the team is joined by Matt White, the head honcho behind the shakers and movers at Jayco-AlUla.

We ask the hard questions.

What’s the real story behind Caleb Ewan’s departure?

What plans are there for Ben O’Connor, Michael Matthews and Luke Plapp?

Is The Pog beatable?

We look back on the TDU and look ahead to the Cadel Evans one day classic.

It’s a deep in-depth discussion with Australia’s most highly decorated Sporting Director.