The Return Of Lance Armstrong - Do We Care? | The GCN Show Ep. 239

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We're back with another episode covering everything that has happened in the world of cycling during the past week, including Lance Armstrong causing a stir, again...

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This week Ex-Professional Cyclists Simon Richardson & Matt Stephens bring another action packed episode of the GCN Show!

We talk about the improved air quality in London when the roads were closed, gravel bikes being pushed to their limit, horses in the Tour of Poland and Peloton Jumping!

In cycling shorts we discuss the end of Adam Hansen's record breaking 18 grand tours IN A ROW! Alberto Contador has announced his retirement, can he win his final race, the Vuelta a España? Let us know in the comments below 👇

We also catch up on the latest happenings from the Transcontinental Race.
We find out what Mark Beaumont is upto in the latest instalment of his Around The World In 80 Days Record Attempt, as he battles the short days of the Australian winter.

Another record breaking attempt going on is Sean Conway who is attempting to be the fastest person to cycle across Europe, in 25 days.

Lets not forget racing news where Matt and Simon discuss the action that's been going on at the Tour of Poland, Vuelta Burgos, European Championships as well as the Wattage Bazooka, this week awarded to Edvald Boasson Hagen and the viewer Bazooka goes to Rhys Edwards

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