Driven by the momentum of the Tour de France, women's cycling is actively attracting athletes from a wide variety of backgrounds into its ranks. This trend is demonstrated by several competitors who have entered the sport from different athletic disciplines. Notable examples include Émilie Morier, who comes from triathlon, and Valentina Cavallar, who has a background in rowing. The sport has also drawn speed skater Sandrine Tas alongside Paula Blasi, illustrating how women's cycling continues to recruit talent from diverse sporting horizons.
GeneralSince the start of summer, in the Pyrenees, several hikers have ended their outing in hospital after using filter bottles. Local emergency services are warning of the risks linked to these objects which have become essential for outings in the great outdoors.
GeneralLike the Frenchman Milan Violon, who is competing this Sunday in the free team final at the European Swimming Championships, the men are slowly establishing themselves at the heart of the ballets. Integrating them between now and the 2028 Games is almost a strategy.
GeneralThis is how the sports newspapers come for this Monday, August 3, 2026.
GeneralOn the overnight flight from Chicago back to England, Andoni Iraola will have plenty of thinking to do after the conclusion of Liverpool's pre-season US tour.