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Not just races and results. What's behind the scenes. Stories and situations from the Cycling Palace. Current issues. The decisions that change the business. The men in charge. The losers. The investigations. What's going well. What's going wrong.
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When will a new world number one in cycling be born? There are several conditions for talent to blossom, but not all of them are in place. Here's why.
Road and racing safety is another point of contention between the FCI and the League. It's a shame that this doesn't get us very far. Road deaths prove it.
Francesco Mazzoleni's death has been erased from the news. After the 222 cyclists who died in 2025, has indifference set in? The inadequacy of politics
After Wednesday's interview, we reconstructed the FCI's perspective on managing agent licenses. The game is in CONI's hands.
The FCI has passed a regulation on agents. It wasn't a spontaneous initiative, but rather the need to comply with the law. The issue is sensitive.
A chat with FCI Vice President Bandolin and Councilor Vietri following last Monday's editorial. Things to clarify and questions that remain.
We always complain about the actions of those in government, but sometimes the dissatisfied are right. The Cycling Federation's action could be much more effective.
Viviani is the new national team manager. He replaces Amadio, who becomes the pro team manager. This is a significant acquisition that raises some questions.
Is it time to slow down the pace of rider training? We're wasting time and talent. Education is neglected. Rushing dominates.
A discussion with President Lappartient on UCI policies. A monologue in which the only word that matters is that of the institution.