The BIGGEST contract in cycling history has just been signed: Tadej Pogačar’s new deal with UAE Team Emirates is worth an astounding €8 million per year, and includes a €200 million buyout clause for any team trying to poach him. Meanwhile, it’s official—Mark Cavendish has retired from professional cycling 😢. Plus, we have updates on the ongoing Ineos Grenadiers situation, the latest news from the Cyclocross X2O race in Lokeren, and our reaction to the newly announced Tour Down Under race route!
⏱️ Timestamps: ⏱️
00:00 Welcome to the Racing News Show!
00:26 This week in the world of racing
01:06 Pogačar’s latest content renewal
03:11 Mark Cavendish’s retirement & incredible career 🙌
05:11 Cyclocross news from X2O Lokeren
06:34 Latest transfer news & updates
08:44 Tour Down Under’s race route
09:08 Patrick Bevin out of Tour Down Under
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