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S1 Ep705: The Speed & Power At This Tour de France Are Insane! | GCN Show Ep. 705

In this week's GCN Show, we dive deep into the mind-blowing data from the opening week of the 2026 Tour de France! From Tadej Pogačar’s record-breaking climb on the Col du Tourmalet to the intense power numbers of riders like Alex Baudin and Mathieu van der Poel, we break down what it takes to survive at the highest level of professional cycling. We also cover the shock announcement of Quickstep’s departure from cycling sponsorship, take a look at the science behind protected bike lanes, and showcase a brand new Pinarello Dogma X. 🏆 Enter our Precision Fuel & Hydration Giveaway! 👉 https://gcn.eu/PF&HcompetitionJuly2026 [https://gcn.eu/PF&HcompetitionJuly2026] In association with  @precisionfandh [https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UC2g0EMtE08BYh_CNuvkYuYQ] #AD Mark Kowalski's World Record attempt for AFRIL 👉 https://gcntech.co/AvKct2 [https://gcntech.co/AvKct2]

S2 Ep6: THIS Is Why Tadej Pogačar Is Great For Cycling | GCN Racing News Show

Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates have asserted total dominance in the first week of the Tour.  We analyze whether Pogačar's dominance is good for the sport or if it’s removing the suspense from racing.  Plus, we round up incredible stage wins from Mathieu van der Poel and Tim Merlier, and bring you the results from the Tour of Austria.

S1 Ep704: Are Tour de France Riders REALLY On Another Planet? | GCN Show Ep. 704

This week on the GCN Show, we’re looking at how a relatively unknown amateur rider seemingly smashed Marco Pantani's legendary Alpe d'Huez climbing record, and exploring whether everyday cyclists with a specific focus could actually climb faster than the pros.  We also bring you the latest tech news from the Tour de France, discuss Sam Laidlow's jaw-dropping long-course triathlon world record, and introduce our brand new eyewear partner! 🏆 Enter our Precision Fuel & Hydration Giveaway! 👉 https://gcn.eu/PF&HcompetitionJuly2026 [https://gcn.eu/PF&HcompetitionJuly2026]

S2 Ep5: Can Anyone Stop The UAE Team Emirates XRG? | GCN Racing News Show

The Tour de France has kicked off with an explosive opening few days, featuring a chaotic TTT in Barcelona, a shock win for Isaac Del Toro, and Tadej Pogačar taking early control of the race amidst extreme Pyrenean wildfires. Conor's breaking down all the dramatic Stage 1 to 3 action, alongside the latest developments regarding storm-damaged upcoming stages like the Col de Sarenne. Plus, all the latest wider cycling news, including a new boss for the Giro d'Italia and a wonderful announcement from Elise Chabbey! ⏱️ Timestamps ⏱️ 00:00 - Welcome to the GCN Racing News Show! 00:14 - Stage 1: Barcelona TTT 02:45 - Stage 2: Del Toro's Surprise Win 06:48 - Stage 3: Wildfires & Pogačar Strikes 09:54 - GCN Shop 10:30 - Upcoming Stages & Route Damage 11:42 - Cycling News: Guercilena & Chabbey Who impressed you the most in the opening three stages, and do you think anyone can seriously challenge Pogačar in the high mountains? Let us know your thoughts down below! 🇫🇷👇 Useful Links: Subscribe and don’t miss a thing! 👉 https://gcn.eu/subscribe-racing [https://gcn.eu/subscribe-racing] Visit the GCN Shop 👉 https://gcn.eu/gcnshop [https://gcn.eu/gcnshop] Insurance: Viewers in the USA and UK can explore GCN Insurance products 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNinsurance [https://gcn.eu/GCNinsurance] Sign Up To The GCN Newsletter 👉 https://gcn.eu/Newsletter [https://gcn.eu/Newsletter] GCN Training Plans 👉 https://gcn.eu/gcntp [https://gcn.eu/gcntp] GCN WhatsApp Channel 👉 https://gcn.eu/GCNwhatsapp [https://gcn.eu/GCNwhatsapp] GCN Instagram Broadcast Channel 👉 https://gcn.eu/instagrambroadcast [https://gcn.eu/instagrambroadcast] 🎵 Music - licensed by Epidemic Sound 🎵 📸 Photos - © Velo Collection (TDW) / Getty Images & © Sirotti Images Brought to you by the world’s biggest cycling channel, the Global Cycling Network (GCN), GCN Racing brings you the best of the world’s bike races to your screens. So get involved, join us, and get ready to be in the thick of the action. Engage with us on the channel and across social media – we’re here to answer every question you’ve got on cycling racing. Facebook: https://gcn.eu/FBGCNRacing [https://gcn.eu/FBGCNRacing] Instagram: https://gcn.eu/IG-GCNRacing [https://gcn.eu/IG-GCNRacing] Twitter: https://gcn.eu/TW-GCNRacing [https://gcn.eu/TW-GCNRacing] Watch our sister channels: Global Cycling Network - https://www.youtube.com/@gcn [https://www.youtube.com/@gcn]  GCN Tech - https://www.youtube.com/@gcntech [https://www.youtube.com/@gcntech]  GCN Racing - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnracing [https://www.youtube.com/@gcnracing]  Global Triathlon Network - https://www.youtube.com/@gtn [https://www.youtube.com/@gtn]  GCN Italia - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnitalia [https://www.youtube.com/@gcnitalia]  GCN en Español - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnenespanol [https://www.youtube.com/@gcnenespanol]  GCN auf Deutsch - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnaufdeutsch [https://www.youtube.com/@gcnaufdeutsch]  GCN en Français - https://www.youtube.com/@gcnenfrancais [https://www.youtube.com/@gcnenfrancais]  GCN Training - https://www.youtube.com/@gcntraining [https://www.youtube.com/@gcntraining]  Global Mountain Bike Network - https://youtube.com/@gmbn [https://youtube.com/@gmbn] GMBN Racing - https://youtube.com/@gmbnracing [https://youtube.com/@gmbnracing] GMBN Tech - https://www.youtube.com/@gmbntech [https://www.youtube.com/@gmbntech]  Electric Mountain Bike Network - https://www.youtube.com/@embn [https://www.youtube.com/@embn]

S1 Ep703: Is Cycling’s Craziest Tour de France Record About To Be Broken? | GCN Show Ep. 703

With the Tour de France returning to the legendary Alpe d’Huez this year, we investigate whether modern tech and superhuman form will finally see Marco Pantani’s "unbreakable" record fall. We also dive into a massive week for tech, featuring a custom Pharrell Williams x Louis Vuitton Pinarello and Canyon’s revolutionary new motor with an internal gearbox. Plus, we cover incredible endurance feats and debate the impact of "motodoping" in professional time trials.