Police pounce on rider at TDU after motorbike hits cyclist
A motorcyclist has crashed into an amateur bike rider at Tea Tree Gully during the third stage of the Tour Down Under. See the pictures.
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Cyclist at funeral of wife he’s accused of killing
The husband charged over the death of cycling champion and mother-of-two Melissa Hoskins has made a surprise appearance at her funeral.
Alleged killer husband farewells Olympian
The husband charged over the death of cycling champion and mother-of-two Melissa Hoskins has made a surprise appearance at her funeral.
F1 star Bottas is eyeing off a world championship – on a bike
Valtteri Bottas’ love of cycling is well known but he is set to take this up a notch in 2024. Plus the latest on his F1 future, his love of Australia and the gravel racing event he is running in SA.
New Zealander claims emotion-filled TDU honours
New Zealand rider Ally Wollaston has won the first stage of the women’s Tour Down Under on an emotion-filled day when fallen Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins was honoured.
Bike porn: See the hi-tech rigs of our TDU riders
It won’t just be on the road where the Tour Down Under is won. The teams are also in a technology and manufacturing arms race that’s reaching extreme lengths. Take a look.
Presser halted in sad scenes after death
The tragic death of Olympic cyclist Melissa Hosksins continues to be felt as riders try and race on in her honour at the Tour Down Under.
Danish star hoping SA love will lead to local support
Cecilie Uttrup Ludwig is already one of the most loved riders in women’s cycling and she is set to have a fair bit of support from South Australians when the women’s Tour Down Under begins.
Tears flow as teammates remember cycling star
The tragic death of Olympic cyclist Melissa Hosksins continues to be felt as riders try and race on in her honour.
Olympian’s school breaks silence after death
The former school of Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins have shared their devastation following her death.
Olympian’s school breaks silence after death
The former school of Olympic cyclist Melissa Hoskins have shared their devastation following her death.
‘Her legend will not fade’: Friend’s emotional tribute to Hoskins
Australia has a new national cycling champion and she immediately paid tribute to former team rider Mel Hoskins, who died tragically a week ago.
Tragic new detail in Olympian’s death
Melissa Hoskins had a life most could only envy, a stellar career, a beautiful family and a sprawling home – but her life was cut devastatingly short.
Tragic new detail in Olympian’s death
Melissa Hoskins had a life most could only envy, a stellar career, a beautiful family and a sprawling home – but her life was cut devastatingly short.
‘Pretty sh***y last year’: Ewan loving fresh start
Australia’s cycling sprint king Caleb Ewan touches on how he and former team Lotto-Dstny were getting frustrated with eachother, plus how he’s enjoying his fresh start with Jayco-AlUla.
‘Amazing few years’: Luke Plapp sad to farewell Ballarat race
Ballarat and Buninyong have been a happy hunting ground for two-time defending champion Luke Plapp, and it’s going to be hard to say goodbye when this year’s race ends.
Shock new claims emerge on Hoskins’ death
Melissa Hoskins died on December 30 after being hit by a 4WD ute, allegedly driven by her husband Rohan Dennis.
‘The way I wanted to start’: Ewan kicks off summer with ideal start
Caleb Ewan has begun the summer in the perfect way in Ballarat, claiming the men’s criterium at the Road Nationals in a tense sprint finish.
How the TDU plans to honour Melissa Hoskins after shocking tragedy
The tragic death of Melissa Hoskins is casting a shadow over the upcoming Tour Down Under. But race director Stuart O’Grady hopes it can also help the cycling world deal with her shock death.
Brown, Plapp look to Paris after Road Nationals victory
Victoria’s Grace Brown and Luke Plapp are looking ahead to the Paris Olympics, after strong wins at the Road Nationals in Ballarat.
Elite cyclists to honour Hoskins with minute’s silence this weekend
The Australian cycling community will pay its respects to Melissa Hoskins on Sunday before the elite road races are held at the Road Nationals in Ballarat.
Hoskins’ family tell of their ‘utter devastation’
The family of world champion cyclist Melissa Hoskins say they are “struggling to process what has happened” following her shock death and the arrest of her husband Rohan Dennis.
Children’s tears for Olympian champ mum they have lost
The cries of cycling stars Melissa Hoskins’ and Rohan Dennis’ young children have been heard at their luxury home – as their dad is yet to make a statement.
‘Olympics is number one’: Cycling star set for career year
Grace Brown will be hunting a third straight Road National time trial championship in Ballarat later this week. But it might only just be the start of the biggest year of her career.
Story behind Melissa Hoskins and Rohan Dennis’ rise to Olympic fame
Melissa Hoskins was an Olympic cyclist, allegedly killed by her husband – fellow Olympian Rohan Dennis – while he was driving outside their Adelaide home. Here’s how they rose to prominence.
Cyclist dies after plunging into ravine
The cycling world has been left stunned after a competitor in the Tour de Suisse died after he plunged into a ravine during stage five of the event.
The Aussie who could win this year’s Tour de France
Jai Hindley created history when he became Australia’s first Giro d’Italia winner last year. Now he has Tour de France glory in his sights, writes Simeon Thomas-Wilson.
Stray dog causes horror mid-race crash
One of the biggest cycling races on the calendar was marred by multiple stage crashes, one of which was caused by a stray dog.
Aussie Matthews wins Giro third stage in sprint finish
Australian cyclist Michael Matthews has won the third stage of the Giro d’Italia in a sprint finish, his 10th stage victory in a grand tour.
Iconic Victorian sporting event forced to be cancelled
An iconic Victorian sporting event has reached the finish line for the final time with organisers forced to discontinue the race due to rising factors. Here is more on the decision.
‘Hang head in shame’: Trans cyclist’s big win
A cyclist’s victory in an elite-level tour has sparked an international storm with declarations the sport should “hang its head in shame”.
Champ quits after losing to trans cyclists
A transgender cyclist said she felt like a “superhero” after winning a race days after another rider quit in anger at her sport’s new landscape.
‘Irresponsible’ fan causes horror crash
Furious event organisers have hit out after one fan stepped out in front of riders to snap a photo causing a terrifying crash.
Shock finding in major sport study
A world first study into Australian sports has made a surprise finding about the effectiveness of one program.
‘Blind spot’: New theory on cyclist’s death
A catastrophic flaw in the traffic signals at a Melbourne intersection could be behind the death of a 22-year-old elite cyclist.
‘Scraping by the poverty line’: Cyclist slams inequality in sport
An Australian cycling great is prepared to end a 13-year career at the top over a pay dispute that may change the course of the sport for up-and-coming riders.
Super Marius claims maiden win in stunning finish
Marius Mayrhofer made it a holiday to remember for his parents after claiming his first World Tour win.
10 riders to watch at Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race
From up-and-coming Australians to one of cycling’s greatest-ever names, find out which riders you should look out for during the weekend’s events.
From near retirement to ‘pain free’: Froome’s inspiring return
Legendary cyclist Chris Froome revealed he briefly considered retirement as he was in intensive care in 2019, but now the 37 year old is riding pain free for the first time since the horrific crash.
Steep climb where Spratt hopes to ‘make the difference’
She has endured a tough 14 months, however Australian champion Amanda Spratt says she is back and ready to challenge at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race.
16 new bike trails unlocked in ‘lush subtropical rainforest’
After seven years of planning, Queensland’s newest ‘world-class’ mountain biking destination has been officially approved. See where the trails will go and when they will open.
‘Hectic’ prediction for Aussie champion
Australian Jay Vine has won Australia’s great cycling race but he’s been tipped for much bigger honours after the impressive breakthrough.
Grand Tour glory awaits Aussie TDU winner
Australian cycling revelation Jay Vine is tipped for Grand Tour glory after his dominant performance to claim the ochre jersey at the Tour Down Under.
Activists in court after sporting event protest
Extinction Rebellion activists will face court after a group of protesters glued themselves to a building in a bid to stop the Tour Down Under.
Protesters bare breasts during major race
Police have arrested climate activists who bared their breasts while protesting against a major gas company during a big cycling event.
‘It’s crazy’: Small detail that makes today’s TDU start a game-changer
One small detail that many may have missed about this year’s Tour Down Under has the Aussie cycling community seriously excited.
Ranked: Australia’s top 100 athletes revealed
As the footy codes ramp up in 2023, we look back at how Jon Anderson rated Australia’s best athletes in 2022.
Star TDU visitor reveals injuries from ‘bizarre’ Adelaide accident
The famed cycling commentator says he’s nursing broken bones after a “bizarre accident” in South Australia.
Ultimate Guide: 2023 Tour Down Under
The 22nd edition of the Tour Down Under is not far away and we have your guide to the event. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the first stop of the UCI WorldTour.
Adelaide the first stop in Froome’s climb back to the summit
Cycling legend Chris Froome says he is hoping the upcoming Tour Down Under can help him elevate back to the top of cycling in 2023.
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