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Liège-Bastogne-Liège: Past is Prologue

At last, Andy Schleck has taken the huge potential that has grabbed the attention of the cycling world since he turned pro, and celebrated victory at Liège-Bastogne-Liège. Schleck’s winning move came on the Côte de la Roche aux Faucons with … Continue reading

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Sprint or Break?

It’s Paris-Tours this weekend, that long jaunt across the French countryside. It’s usually grey and cold, as befits Northern Europe in October. Pass the onion soup. The race dates from 1896, when men were men and bike races were long. … Continue reading

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