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Pro cycling is getting too demanding - Domestique Cycling Podcast

The cycling world was stunned this week when Simon Yates announced his immediate retirement at just 33 years old, walking away after winning the Giro d'Italia. We break down why the two-time Grand Tour champion called it quits at his peak.

Simon Yates Giro d Italia 2025
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Plus: Derek Gee's transfer saga finally ends as he officially joins Lidl-Trek after months of arbitration with Israel-Premier Tech. 

Matteo Jorgenson opens up about the "reality check" of Grand Tour racing and the sacrifices required to compete at the top. Jay Vine claims the Australian time trial title in dominant fashion. And the women's WorldTour season kicks off in Australia, with world champion Magdeleine Vallières set to make history.

Tadej Pogacar - 2025 - Tour de France stage 12

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