The Domestiques

We did things a bit different today. Tils was on the road and documented what has become the best day in Australian cycling each year. On the road interviews with some of Australian cycling's most prominent people.

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The Tour Down Under reaches the pointy end yet only a handful of seconds separate the top riders. The Domestiques unpack the Queen stage on Willunga Hill. The big talking point is Caleb Ewan’s move to Ineos Grenadiers. Meantime, Matilda shares her experiences from the second edition of the RADL GVL despite losing some skin. Hollywood talks up the number of selfies he’s taken during the TDU. And Tomo plays a straight bat and chooses not to tip the 2025 overall winner. Banter at its best on The Domestiques.

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We're live at the Adelaide Hilton for Stage 3 of the TDU. Not only do we discuss the excitement surrounding the Tour Down Under, but we're joined by special guest Mark O'Brien. We dive into Mark's journey in cycling, his coaching endeavors, reflections on his career, insights on current riders and tactics, and the challenges faced in competitive cycling. The conversation also touches on the evolution of the sport and the upcoming stages of the TDU. Oh, and Hollywood bitches about gravel racing.

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Sam Welsford is the toast of the sprinters at the Tour Down Under and The Domestiques highly praise his courage from stage 2. Lots of fun, banter and entertainment in today’s episode including Hollywood’s date with the local laundromat while Tomo exposes his silky, smooth golden tones that would make Phil Liggett blush.

Don’t miss the fun of the Tour on The Domestiques.

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We wrap up Stage One of the TDU as Sam Welsford puts on a masterclass. We also talk about sports nutrition with Dr. Gemma Sampson. A crucial topic, especially in the heat of Adelaide at this time of year. We talk what to eat, and what not to consume if you want to improve your progress. So many questions from Hollywood who’s preparing for his own personal racing goals.

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We’re joined by former World Tour rider Georgie Howe and cycling coach to the World Tour and the next generation of stars Nick Owen. We breakdown what it takes to be a professional cyclist, review the Aussie women’s performances and preview the men’s stages and pick our favourites to take out the men’s 25th Orche jersey bangbang20 20% off Black Sheep Cycling.

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It was Super Sunday in Adelaide and The Domestiques were in cycling heaven with so much activity.

From the completion of the Tour Down Under (women’s edition) to the thrilling racing at the ProVelo Super League, there’s so much to discuss in this episode.

And we did.

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A note: We apologise for today's audio - a few mishaps, which will be addressed tomorrow.

Sara Carrigan confirmed her place in Australian cycling folklore when winning the gold medal in the Road Race at the 2004 Athens Olympics.

The Domestiques welcome one of only two women to have achieved such an honour.

Sara explains her involvement at the 2025 Tour Down Under.

And while an absent Hollywood (mixing with the VIPs) is noticeable, Sarah joins in to unpack a thrilling stage decided on the summit at Willunga Hill.

We are live and on location at Australia’s premier cycle tour.

The World Tour has officially begun with a bang and we don’t just mean Hollywood is in town! Stage 1 of the Santos Tour Down didn’t go to script. We break down the winners and losers, preview the queens stage, Tommo is off the back and we give you the inside scope on Caleb Ewan, will we ever see him again in racing?

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Perth put on a terrific show by hosting the Road Cycling National Championships for the first time.

Hear the opinions of The Domestiques as they unpack a weekend to remember in the WA capital city.

And although former national champion Sarah Gigante was a notable omission following surgery, she too shares her thoughts on how the titles can improve in future years.

We chew over the fat as we look ahead to what promises to be a fascinating edition of the Tour Down Under.

An entertaining edition of The Domestiques is here.