How they used to train: Eddy Merckx's chain gang
Illustration: Simon Scarsbrook He might have been the greatest male road racer ever, but Eddy Merckx also built one of the best teams ever. So how did prepare them to race?
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Eddy Merckx corruption case dropped by Belgian authorities
The cycling legend faced being prosecuted over allegations of bribing the policeCycling legend Eddy Merckx (Photo: Yuzuru SUNADA) Belgian cycling legend Eddy Merckx will not faces charges over allegations he was involved in bribing police.
AG2R to ride Eddy Merckx bikes next season
A legendary name returns to the WorldTourFrom next year, AG2R La Mondiale and their star rider Romain Bardet will be riding Eddy Merckx bikes. The agreement …Continue reading »
The greatest Flanders win ever? How does Philippe Gilbert’s 55km solo ride measure against the greats?
Philippe Gilberts solo slog to victory at the Tour of Flandes was Merckx-esque in its daring nature, but was it the best victory in the race's history?Philippe Gilbert at the 2017 Tour of Flanders (Sunada)Philippe Gilberts solo slog to victory at the Tour of Flandes was Merckx-esque in its daring nature, but was it the best victory in the race's history?
Eddy Merckx Cycles reports multi-million euro loss in 2016
Eddy Merckx Cycles increased its sales but reported a loss of income, attributing it to less people buying bikes.Eddy Merckx Cycles increased its sales but reported a loss of income, attributing it to less people buying bikes.