Cycling: During the UCI World Championships in Bergen, the UCI announced its decision. Starting in the 2018 season, fewer riders will be needed. In the future, the three major national tours will feature only eight professionals instead of the previous nine. The squads for almost all other races will also be reduced by one rider. As expected, the squads of most professional teams in the... read more
Cycling: André Greipel (Lotto Soudal) has claimed the Maglia Rosa! The German sprinter prevailed in the bunch sprint after 221 undulating kilometers, ahead of Roberto Ferrari (UAE) and Jasper Stuyven (Trek-Segafredo). With his time bonuses yesterday and today, he also took the overall lead in the 100th Giro d'Italia – for the first time in … read more
Cycling: Chris Froome (Sky) won the 5th stage of the Dauphiné ahead of his former teammate Richie Porte (BMC). Several attacks took place in the final three kilometers. Initially, it looked as if Froome would no longer be able to keep up with his rivals, but after regaining contact, he attacked himself, with only Porte staying close. Alberto… read more
