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McNulty’s Solo Break Ends 33-Year US Drought in Montreal

Brandon McNulty won the 2026 UCI Road World Championships men’s road race in Montreal with a solo effort, ending a 33-year drought for the United States. The 28-year-old, typically a domestique for Tadej Pogačar, capitalized on a tactical masterclass by Team USA to secure the rainbow jersey. His victory, described as a 'miracle' by the rider, highlighted the value of super domestiques in international competition, while rivals like Remco Evenepoel and Mathieu van der Poel struggled with chaotic race dynamics.

via Defector|

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McNulty's Solo Effort Ends 33-Year US Drought in Montreal

Brandon McNulty became the first American to win the men's UCI road world title in 33 years, finishing 13 seconds clear of the chasing pack in Montréal. The 28-year-old, a domestique for Tadej Pogačar, launched a solo attack with 32.4km remaining, building a lead of over a minute before holding off a final surge by Tom Pidcock. Australian Michael Matthews took silver, and Mathieu van der Poel finished third. The victory marked a historic breakthrough for US cycling, ending a drought that began with Lance Armstrong's win in 1993.

via Cyclingnews|

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McNulty's 32km Solo Effort Ends 33-Year US Drought in Montreal

Brandon McNulty won the 2026 UCI Road World Championships men's elite road race in Montreal with a 32km solo effort, becoming the first American to claim the title since 1993. The 273.4km race featured chaotic tactics, with Team USA strategically supporting McNulty after Tadej Pogačar's absence due to a Vuelta crash. Michael Matthews took second, and Mathieu van der Poel finished third.

via Cyclingnews|

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cycling1 day ago

McNulty's Solo Effort Ends 33-Year US Drought in Montreal

Brandon McNulty became the first American to win the men's UCI road world title in 33 years, finishing 13 seconds clear of the chasing pack in Montreal. The 28-year-old, a domestique for Tadej Pogačar, launched a solo attack with 32.4km remaining, building a lead of over a minute before holding off a final surge by Tom Pidcock. Australian Michael Matthews took silver, and Mathieu van der Poel finished third. The victory marked a historic breakthrough for US cycling, ending a drought that began with Lance Armstrong's win in 1993.

via BBC|

#brandon-mcnulty #cycling #mathieu-van-der-poel

cycling3 days ago•103 min saved

Montreal’s 273km Gauntlet: Evenepoel, Del Toro, and Van der Poel Vie for Rainbow Jersey

The 2026 UCI Road World Championships elite men’s road race in Montréal features a wide-open field after Tadej Pogačar’s withdrawal. Remco Evenepoel, Isaac del Toro, Mathieu van der Poel, and Paul Seixas are the primary contenders for the rainbow jersey on a 273.7km course with 3,800m of elevation gain. Belgium and the USA field strong squads, while Mexico’s Del Toro faces a thinner support team. The race is expected to be a war of attrition, with tactics and national team dynamics playing a crucial role.

via cyclingnews.com|

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Montreal Secures 2026 UCI Road World Championships With a City-Scale, New-Route Vision

Montreal won the bid to host the 2026 UCI Road World Championships after opting not to pursue the FIFA World Cup, launching a long-term plan to showcase a new eight-day, city-spanning event with a revamped course finishing at Mount Royal, expanded non-circuit races including time trials, and a push to grow Canada’s cycling scene around a home defending champion.

via Cyclingnews|

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