Strava Deletes Millions of Fake Records After Cheating Scandal
Strava has removed over 3.5 million activities after discovering users cheated with e-bikes and cars to climb leaderboards, implementing new AI detection systems.
Category : Cycling
Austin Butler Cast as Lance Armstrong in Biopic
Oscar-nominated actor Austin Butler is set to star as disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong in a new film, sparking a Hollywood bidding war with Edward Berger directing.
Berlin Couple's Walking vs Cycling Debate
Frida and Frantz, a Berlin couple, clash over transport preferences: she champions cycling for speed and discovery, while he favours walking for leisurely exploration. Readers weigh in on this domestic dispute.
Dog Training's Weird Hide-and-Seek Twist in Park
Tim Dowling recounts his wife's unusual intermediate dog school methods, involving hiding behind trees to teach their pet to stay close, leading to comical and awkward park encounters.
Colombia's Cockfighting Tradition Faces Extinction After Ban
A landmark court ruling in Colombia has banned cockfighting, sparking debate over tradition versus animal rights as the industry faces a three-year transition period.
Vingegaard Crash: Visma Urges Fan Safety After Incident
Jonas Vingegaard sustained facial injuries in a training crash after being followed by an amateur cyclist in Spain, prompting his team to call for greater space for riders.
Jay Vine Wins Tour Down Under After Kangaroo Crash
Australian cyclist Jay Vine overcomes a dramatic kangaroo-induced crash to secure his second Tour Down Under victory, holding onto his lead in Adelaide amidst challenging conditions and team setbacks.
eBike 'Swarms' Raise Safety Concerns Across Australia
Mass eBike 'rideouts' by young people are causing disruption and safety fears in Australian cities, prompting police investigations and calls for stricter regulation.
Ben O'Connor eyes Tour Down Under for grand tour preparation
Australian cyclist Ben O'Connor aims for a strong Tour Down Under performance to set up his season targeting two grand tours. He discusses his rivalry with Tadej Pogačar and his goals for 2026.
Kyren Wilson wins Masters after dramatic personal struggles
Kyren Wilson silences doubters by winning the 2026 Masters at Alexandra Palace, completing a stunning turnaround from a first-round UK Championship exit. Read his emotional journey.
Tour Down Under heat crisis shames Australian cyclist
Australian Olympian Maeve Plouffe voices shame as rising temperatures threaten the Tour Down Under, calling for an end to fossil fuel sponsors. Read her powerful account.
Tour de France 2027: UK Hosts Historic Double Grand Départ
The Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes will both start in the UK in 2027 for a historic six-day festival of cycling. Discover the routes from Scotland to Wales.
London to host 2027 Tour de France Femmes stage
London will host a stage of the 2027 Tour de France Femmes as the UK stages both Grand Départs for the first time. Discover the historic route details and what it means for British cycling.
Robertson Reveals Lasting Impact of O'Sullivan Message
Snooker star Neil Robertson opens up about the profound respect learned from Ronnie O'Sullivan after a 2010 final, shaping his own role model behaviour on and off the table.
Hendry savages Murphy's Masters performance as champion falls
Defending champion Shaun Murphy suffered a shock 6-2 defeat to Wu Yize at the Masters, with Stephen Hendry labelling his performance 'strange'. Read the full analysis.
Cycling's Tour Down Under grapples with heat and sponsors
Extreme heat forces route changes at the Tour Down Under, as climate activists target the event's fossil fuel sponsorship. Read the full story on the challenges facing professional cycling.
Ronnie O'Sullivan pulls out of Masters snooker
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan withdraws from the 2026 Masters at Alexandra Palace for medical reasons. Chris Wakelin steps in to face Neil Robertson. Get the full story.
Murphy vs Wu Yize: Masters Clash of Champion & Rising Star
Defending champion Shaun Murphy hails debutant Wu Yize as 'one of the highest potential players I've ever seen' ahead of their Masters first-round clash at Alexandra Palace.
Perry warns Robertson not to get complacent after Saudi win
Snooker coach Joe Perry urges Neil Robertson to stay hungry after his Saudi Masters win and rise to world number three. The pair discuss motivation ahead of a Masters clash with Ronnie O'Sullivan.
Simon Yates retires after Giro d'Italia triumph
British cycling star Simon Yates announces immediate retirement at 33, calling time on a 13-year career after his stunning 2025 Giro d'Italia victory. Read his emotional statement.
O'Sullivan's Masters prep in Ireland revealed
Ronnie O'Sullivan has been fine-tuning his game at an 'old school' snooker club in Ireland ahead of his Masters return. The Rocket faces Neil Robertson on January 14.
Littler Shares Wasp Theory After Darts World Championship Win
Luke Littler clinches his second World Darts Championship, shares humorous theory on Ally Pally wasp attack, and discusses his £1 million prize. Read the full story.
Joe Perry wins Seniors British Open after retirement
Joe Perry, 51, clinched the Seniors British Open title in Derby, beating Jimmy White 7-5. The former world number eight reveals how he fell out of love with the pro tour but found joy again in the seniors circuit.
Carlsen wins ninth world blitz title and fifth rapid-blitz double
Magnus Carlsen dominates the chess world again, securing his ninth blitz championship and a fifth rapid-blitz double in Doha. Read the full story of his latest triumph.
Huw Ware: PDC's only openly gay referee on visibility
Welsh referee Huw Ware discusses his unique role as the only openly gay man in professional darts, his historic World Final officiating, and leading the Out On The Oche LGBT+ group.
Sydney to Hobart Race Forecast: Cold, Wet, Bumpy Start
The 2024 Sydney to Hobart yacht race is set for a cold, wet, and bumpy start with strong southerly winds, while Western Australia faces a cyclone and extreme fire danger. Read the latest forecast and tributes.
UK cycling growth stalls amid safety fears and political inertia
Despite Olympic legacy promises, UK cycling rates remain stagnant. Experts warn that without safe infrastructure and political will, Britain risks falling behind European neighbours. Discover the key barriers and the lone success story in London.
O'Sullivan in German Masters draw for first time since 2017
Ronnie O'Sullivan is in the draw for the 2026 German Masters, potentially ending a long absence from the Berlin event. Discover the draw details and his past history at the Tempodrom.
Mum called 'disgusting' on London school run by angry driver
A mother cycling with her children in south London was verbally attacked by a driver who called her 'irresponsible'. She shares her story as part of a campaign against abuse faced by women cyclists.
Abdusattorov wins London Classic, England rallies in final rounds
Uzbek prodigy Nodirbek Abdusattorov triumphs at the XTX London Chess Classic with a phenomenal 3050 performance rating. Discover how England's players staged a dramatic comeback in the final rounds.
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