The Tour de France is more than just a race—it’s a living drama played out on two wheels, across mountains, cobbles, and decades. For every… Read More »Five “what-if” moments from the history of Tour de France
In the brutal, beautiful world of professional cycling, few names evoke the same sense of awe, fear, and debate as Bernard Hinault. By 1980, the… Read More »Bernard Hinault’s 1980: a year of triumph, turmoil, and turning points
In the pantheon of cycling legends, few names carry the ferocious weight of Bernard Hinault. Known as “Le Blaireau”—The Badger—he rode with a predator’s instinct,… Read More »When the Badger backed down: Bernard Hinault’s controversial withdrawal (Tour de France1980)