Cycling

Sultanova secured the win in  the 24.4km individual time trial at Aichi-Nagoya 2026 by four seconds, adding Asian Games gold to her continental and national titles.

The Polish champion attacks with 32km remaining to seal a long-range victory in Tamm, while UAE Team L’IMAD wins the German race for a third consecutive year.

The Italian rider will continue with UAE Team L’IMAD for a third season as she looks to build on two years of progress, strong team bonds and her Vuelta a Extremadura victory.

Paula Blasi took second at the Pointe du Raz Ladies Classic, leading a strong team performance that also saw Megan Jastrab named most combative and Elisa Longo Borghini finish eighth. 

The Italian rider signs for two more seasons, continuing a partnership that began in 2022 as she targets team success, personal opportunities and further gravel racing.

The Spanish champion postpones her expected retirement for another season, bringing her experience, leadership and competitive form back to UAE Team L’IMAD.

Three-time British champion and Paris-Roubaix Femmes podium finisher Pfeiffer Georgi will join UAE Team L’IMAD from 2027 on a three-year contract.

Olympic and World Champion Lily Williams will join UAE Team L’IMAD on a two-year deal from 2027, bringing track success, road experience and lead-out strength.

Irish champion Lara Gillespie sprints to second on the final stage in Royal Leamington Spa as UAE Team L’IMAD completes a consistent five-day campaign.