Adam Yates beats twin brother Simon to opening stage win and Tour de France yellow jersey
Adam Yates beat twin brother Simon to victory on the opening stage of the Tour de France to take the yellow jersey in Bilbao.
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Tour de France: Adam Yates beats twin brother to opening stage win and yellow jersey
Adam Yates beat twin brother Simon to victory on the opening stage of the Tour de France to take the yellow jersey in Bilbao.
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Rider security a priority as Tour de France kicks off from Basque port
The recent death of Gino Maeder who fell racing down a mountain at the Tour of Switzerland was on most rider's minds as authorities unveiled fresh safety measures on the eve of the 21-day race to Paris.
Jonas Vingegaard ignoring mind games ahead of Tour de France title defence
Jonas Vingegaard is determined not to fall for any mind games coming from the camp of Tadej Pogacar as the Dane prepares to defend his Tour de France title.
Sam Bennett misses out on Tour de France selection
Ireland's Sam Bennett has been left out of the Bora-Hansgrohe's team for the 2023 Tour de France.
Tadej Pogacar may wear brace on Tour de France after being 'a bit stupid'
Slovenian Tadej Pogacar said his wrist may not recover fully in time for next month's Tour de France and he could race with a brace as he looks to win cycling's most prestigious crown for a third time.
I have lived an absolute dream – Mark Cavendish sets date for cycling retirement
Mark Cavendish will retire from professional cycling at the end of the current season.