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DT Swiss releases new upgrade kits bringing its Degrees of Freedom (DF) anti-pedal kickback technology to its classic 350 and 370 Star Ratchet hubs. New extreme DEG DF Race Kits are also now available for existing DEG hubs.

This makes a high-end suspension performance feature, previously limited to premium DEG hubs, accessible to a much wider range of mountain bikers using DT Swiss's most popular hub platforms. It could significantly influence suspension feel for many riders.

The UCI awards the 2032 Road World Championships to Pune, India, the first time the country will host the event. The Netherlands, with the regions of Drenthe and Groningen, secures the hosting rights for the 2034 edition.

This decision marks a significant step in the UCI's globalization strategy, taking its flagship event to the world's most populous country. It tests cycling's appeal and logistical capabilities in a massive, non-traditional market, potentially opening new commercial and sporting avenues.

CEO Fran Millar leaves Rapha after two years as the company announces a major restructure. The apparel brand reports a net loss of £25.3m and aims to cut costs to drive efficiency and reach profitability by 2027.

The shake-up signals a critical moment for the influential brand, which has defined premium cycling apparel for two decades. Its success or failure in this restructure could impact pricing and product strategies across the high-end cycling market.

Tim Merlier (Soudal Quick-Step) won the Omloop van het Houtland in a bunch sprint, marking his 12th victory this season. He successfully defended his title, finishing ahead of Stanisław Aniołkowski and Dylan Groenewegen.

The victory reinforces Merlier's status as one of the season's most prolific sprinters and continues a strong run for his Soudal Quick-Step team. It also demonstrates his consistent dominance in Belgian one-day races.

Tudor Pro Cycling signs sprinters Kaden Groves from Alpecin-Deceuninck and Nico Denz from Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe. Both join on three-year deals starting in 2027, bringing a combined 13 Grand Tour stage victories to the ambitious Swiss ProTeam.

The long-range signings signal Tudor's serious WorldTour ambitions, securing proven winners years in advance. For Groves, it represents a future leadership role, while Alpecin-Deceuninck and Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe lose key riders.

Team Picnic PostNL's Max Poole targets an October return after an Epstein-Barr virus diagnosis limited him to just six race days this season. The team considers any racing in 2024 a success in itself, prioritizing his recovery.

Poole's absence is a major blow for the team, which is struggling near the bottom of the UCI's top-30 rankings. His long-term health is the priority, but the team desperately needs results from its star rider to secure its position.