Riders generally welcome removal of Cauberg from Amstel Gold Race finale, but resistant to changes in the major ClassicsThe Muur van GeraardsbergenA number of top pros have spoken out in favour of the change to the Amstel Gold Race, but warned against organisers making changes to the major Classics.
German sprinters looks for new goals this seasonAndré Greipel (centre) with Tom Boonen and Zdenek Stybar on the Oude Kwaremont (Credit: Graham Watson)German sprinter André Greipel looks set to go after new goals in 2017, possibly attempting to be competitive in the Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix.
Lien Crapoen, a podium hostess for Flanders Classics, explains that there's much more to her role than meets the eye.Lien Crapoen (right) on the podium of the 2016 Tour of FlandersTour of Flanders podium hostess Lien Crapoen has defended her role, arguing that there is much more to her race day role than most people get to see.
Welshman looking for a strong ride in the Tour Down Under to stand him in good stead for the rest of the seasonOwain Doull on stage four of the 2016 Abu Dhabi TourNew Team Sky recruit Owain Doull can't be criticised for a lack of ambition, aiming for a ride at the Tour of Flanders in his first year at the British team.
BMC rider hoping for more opportunities in the Ardennes Classics in 2017Classics rider Greg Van Avermaet claimed one of the first gold medals of the 2016 Games, taking the victory in the men's road race.The Olympics don't get as much recognition from cycling as they ought to according to Greg Van Avermaet, who wouldn't trade his Rio gold for a Flanders win.
