From United Energy Around the Bay to Gravelista, Dirty Warny to Giro della Donna, and across the ditch to the Tour of Southland, we unpack what it takes for events to not just survive in today’s climate, but to ideally thrive.
As we look toward a massive 2026 with the Tour de France starting in Barcelona and the Tour de France Femmes kicking off in Lausanne, we also discuss the uncertain future for Jayco’s licence and what it means for Aussie riders now free to seek new teams.
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Two World Champions, one Pogačar, and a riding Jesus. We break down all the action from the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships in Lorne, with the four riders who took it on; Hollywood, Tils, Marko, and special guest Matt Sparnon. Hear the highs, the heartbreaks, and how it all unfolded on the Great Ocean Road.
Recorded on the eve of the Gran Fondo World Championships, this special collab episode between The Domestiques and The WMN Podcast. Sheridan Braatvedt, Georgie Howe, Matilda Raynolds, and Lee “Hollywood” Turner go in depth, talking about nerves, preparation, and what’s really at stake with amaterur cycling events like this one.
The crew dives into the energy building in Lorne, the stories behind the riders, and why grassroots events like this matter more than medals.
And tomorrow - tune in for part two, featuring our very own Mark O’Brien and Matilda Raynolds, fresh off their wins.
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Join us as we dive into a thrilling weekend of global and local events, including Lombardia, Gravel Worlds, the Dirty Docker, the Women’s Ironman World Champs, and the Melbourne Marathon.
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It’s easy to get swept up in the big lights of WorldTour racing, but the heartbeat of cycling still lives at your local club crit, your weekend fondo, or that small-town gravel race. So today, we’re reminding everyone: support your local races, show up, cheer, volunteer, because those grassroots events are the foundation of our sport.
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Hollywood, Marko and Tils wrap up an unforgettable World Championships in Rwanda: a shock triumph by Magdeleine Vallieres, pre-race favourites fading out, and Pogačar making history by doing the Tour + Worlds double back-to-back. Add in Remco’s drama, the Healy vs Skjelmose tussle inside the Lidl-Trek pecking order, and Hindley battling to survive as gaps opened like a grand tour finale.
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Hollywood and Tils are joined by Matt Wilson, co-founder of the Pro Velo Super League, former pro rider, and DS at Jayco–AlUla during that unforgettable Matt Hayman Paris-Roubaix victory.
We dig into whether the 2026 Pro Velo League is going ahead, the headwinds and surprises so far, and the future of talent development in Australia.
This is an exclusive chat with Matt Wilson, his first since the Pro Velo wrapped up this season.
In this episode of the Domestiques, we discuss a range of topics including the recent Vuelta a España, emerging talents in cycling, and the upcoming World Championships. We share some personal updates (well - focus on the torn calves of those in the group), highlight key performances from the weekend, and delve into the dynamics of team cycling. The conversation also touches on the growth of women's cycling and the impressive results from the Ironman World Championships.
This week on The Domestiques we’re joined by one of the most talked about riders in the peloton - Sarah Gigante. After seven months out recovering from iliac artery surgery, she’s stormed back to racing taking 3rd at the Giro and 2nd on the Queen Stage at the Tour de France Femme Avec Zwift. We talk about the whirlwind, coping with the fandom, media, what’s next and that descending!
In this episode, The Domestiques celebrates one of the best Tour de France Femmes and reflects on an amazing final weekend of Alpine racing.
The powerful history-making performance of Pauline Ferrand-Povet while little Aussie battler Sarah Gigante captured the imagination and won the hearts of a world audience.
If nothing else it’s a “must listen to” episode - if only to hear Hollywood’s unrecognisable and almost muted vocal tones.
The Domestiques, are joined by Anya Louw, teammate of Sarah Gigante and Kim le Court at AG Insurance–Soudal. We unpack the strengths and weakness of the riders, the teams development, and what it’s like supporting some of the world’s strongest riders.
Plus, we preview a massive weekend of racing — the queen stage, the final GC battle, and who’s poised to steal the spotlight.
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Welcome to this week’s episode of The Domestiques, joined by Commonwealth Games medalist, and now flying the flag for EF Education–Oatly, Sarah Roy
From being left off the Tour team in the final minutes, to dissecting SD Worx dynamics, we cover the age gap and the role of a road captain, and will she chase another contract? Proudly brought to you by Black Sheep Cycling and Aid Station!
After a huge weekend on the roads of France The Domestiques asks, and scrutinises, the big question. Who is the GOAT?
Either way we are privileged to be living in an era when both living legends continue to entertain the masses.
Listen in as the team looks back on three blissful weeks at the TdF before the ladies saddle up for their big week under a French Summer sun at the TdF Femmes.
In a candid and honest interview Michael Matthews speaks to The Domestiques where he reveals and recounts the harrowing days which ruled him out of the Tour de France because of a life threatening health condition.
But Bling is confident of a return to the world tour and back to his best sooner than later.
Matthews talks up the stunning Queen stage victory by Jayco-Alula teammate Ben O’Connor and shares his thoughts on his close friend Tadej Pogačar who’s on his way to securing TdF win number 4.
This is a must listen to episode of The Domestiques.
Rest day with Harry Sweeny: He’s the MVP of Stage 10. The unsung Aussie hero of the 2025 Tour. And yes he’s back on the pod.
Harry shares his experiences during the race, including his strategies for nutrition, training, and mental health. The conversation delves into the dynamics of racing, the challenges posed by fans, and the pressures of competing at such a high level. As the Tour progresses, Harry reflects on his goals and the future of his cycling career, emphasising the importance of adaptability and resilience in the sport.
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On the TDFs first rest day, we’re joined by Australian GC specialist Jack Haig, the quiet, brilliant climber who’s podiumed at the Vuelta, raced every Grand Tour, and carved out one of the most consistent careers in cycling.
We dive into life as a professional and how it’s changed. The TDF madness and the sliding door moments that got him off the mountain bike and into the world tour. This is a long one but one you can’t miss!
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Giganti meaning Giant in Italian, Sarah Gigante lit up the Giro Donne with two monster solo wins and a stranglehold on the mountains jersey, taking the final spot on the GC of the Italian Grand Tour.
Meanwhile in France all eyes on Bastille Day, with the peloton on their hands and knees heading into the first rest day!
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The Domestiques are graced by the presence of cycling royalty with the appearance of one of the strongest, fastest and most explosive sprinters of the modern era.
Andre Greipel reflects on a brilliant career, remembers his early Aussie connections and talks up the fast men doing the rounds at the 2025 Tour de France.
Affectionately known as The Gorilla for his trade mark beast-like power on two wheels, Greipel expresses how he really feels about the nickname.
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Stage 1 delivered cross-winds, chaos, and a shake-up nobody saw coming. Stage 2 upped the ante with relentless horizontal rain and a classics-inspired showdown. Hollywood and Marko join Matilda Raynolds to dissect the big moves, epic meltdowns, and critical strategies shaping the early days of the Tour de France. Buckle up - it's only Stage 3, and we're already in deep. Presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Aid Station.
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Amanda Spratt joins The Domestiques!
From BMX in Penrith to WorldTour podiums, the darling of Australian cycling Spratty has done it all, Nationals, Giro, Worlds, the Olympics, and more. We chat career highlights, the evolution of women’s cycling, racing through adversity, and what’s next ahead of the Giro Donne and Tour de France.
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