The Domestiques
Presented by Australia’s premier cycling apparel brand, Black Sheep. The Domestiques delivers up rolling commentary and behind-the-peloton coverage from the world of cycling. Hosted by Matilda Reynolds, Lee "Hollywood" Turner, and Mark O'Brien.
Episodes
Pogačar, the Next Gen and Australia's WorldTour Future
From Tadej Pogačar taking red in Monaco to Matthew Brennan winning his first Grand Tour sprint, La Vuelta has started at full speed.Matilda Reynolds and Mark O’Brien unpack the opening stages, the next generation of Australian talent, what Team Jayco AlUla needs to do next, and the best fit for Sarah Gigante if a move eventuates. They also reflect on Julian Alaphilippe’s retirement, Gravel Worlds
Inside the Tour Team Car with EF’s Tom Southam
The episode opens with a difficult but important conversation about rider safety and the loss of Finlay Tarling at the Volta a Portugal.EF Education-EasyPost sports director Tom Southam then joins Matilda Reynolds and Mark O’Brien for a look inside the Tour de France team car: how breakaways are planned, tactics change on the road, riders manage extreme heat and fueling, and the enormous staff eff
The Best and Worst of the 2026 Tour de France Femmes
Tils and Marko are joined by Sarah Gigante for the final Tour de France Femmes debrief. They unpack Demi Vollering’s overall victory, Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney’s challenge, the teams that raced boldly, those that missed their moment, and the domestiques who shaped the race. Plus: breakaway tactics, heat preparation, Sarah’s road back and what the 2026 Tour revealed about women’s cycling.The Domesti
Stage 9: Demi Vollering Seals Yellow in Nice
Demi Vollering finishes the job in Nice, winning the brutal 99.2 km Stage 9 and sealing the 2026 Tour de France Femmes. Matilda “Tils” Reynolds and Verita Stewart are joined by Sarah Gigante to unpack the final GC battle with Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney, revisit the Stage 8 controversy involving Celia Gery, and explain how the course, team tactics and Vollering's all-round strength decided the race.
Stage 8: Vollering Strikes, Kasia Fires Back
Stage 8 has blown the Tour wide open. Demi Vollering delivers a decisive victory and takes yellow by just eight seconds—then joins us for an immediate post-race interview.Verita, Sarah and Tils unpack the move that changed the race, Kasia’s fiery post-race comments and what that tiny GC margin means before the final showdown in Nice.Note: Apologies - Matilda's video cut out halfway through.
Stage 7: A New Queen on Mont Ventoux
Mont Ventoux delivered the queen-stage showdown the Tour had been building towards.Matilda Reynolds and Sarah Gigante unpack Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney’s decisive Stage 7 attack, the headwind and GC tactics that shaped the final climb, and what her victory and yellow jersey mean heading into the Nice finale.Plus, roadside colour from Verita Stewart, a Stage 8 preview, and two bonus interviews: Z
Stage 6: Chaos, Comebacks and a Stunning Sprint
Kim Le Court refuses to let her Tour de France Femmes slip away, producing an extraordinary comeback to win Stage 6 after a day where almost everything seemed to go against her.After being dropped, suffering a mechanical, burning matches to return to the peloton and then bridging across to the decisive break with Riejanne Markus, Le Court still had enough left to attack, chase again and somehow fi
Stage 5: The Stage That Shattered the GC
The Tour de France Femmes delivers a pure spring classic, with eight categorised climbs, relentless attacking and a brutal battle that tears the general classification apart.Demi Vollering finishes off a complete FDJ team performance to win the stage, while Marlen Reusser remains ice-cold under pressure and retains the yellow jersey by just 12 seconds. Kasia Niewiadoma reminds everyone why she can
Stage 4: A Time Trial That Changed Everything
The Domestiques is brought to you by Black Sheep and JOIN Cycling.Shop Black Sheep and use the code DOMESTIQUES for 20% off. Shop now at blacksheep.ccMarlen Reusser delivers a masterclass against the clock, winning the stage four time trial in Dijon and taking control of the yellow jersey at the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift.Sarah Gigante, Matilda Reynolds and Verita Stewart break down Reusser’
Stage 3: The Breakaway Nobody Saw Coming
Sigrid Haugset delivers the ride of her life, completing an extraordinary 89-kilometre breakaway to win Stage 3 of the Tour de France Femmes and claim the yellow jersey for Uno-X.Tils, Verita and Sarah Gigante unpack how the peloton allowed the race to escape, why the GC favourites could not bring her back, and the mental resilience required to keep fighting with Lotte Kopecky closing fast behind.
Stage 2: The Peloton Played a Dangerous Game
What looked like the most straightforward sprint stage of the Tour de France Femmes nearly became anything but.Matilda Reynolds is joined by Sarah Gigante and Verita Stewart to unpack a daring late attack that forced SD Worx-Protime to empty the tank, the peloton’s attempts to call their bluff and another masterclass in positioning, patience and raw speed.The team also examines the growing pressur
Stage 1: Lorena Wiebes Is Simply Untouchable
Lorena Wiebes is the greatest sprinter in cycling. Men’s or women’s. Period.The Tour de France Femmes opened in Switzerland with relentless heat, six crashes and a deceptively difficult uphill finish. Demi Vollering launched the first major attack, Kim Le Court delivered another brilliant performance, but neither could stop Wiebes from powering past a top ten filled with Tour winners, Ardennes cha
The Ultimate Tour de France Femmes Preview
Enter the Black Sheep Cycling Tour de France Femmes Fantasy League and compete for $3,000 worth of cycling apparel. https://au.blacksheep.cc/pages/femmes-fantasy-league-2026The Tour de France Femmes is here, and Sarah Gigante joins Tils for the ultimate preview of the biggest race in women’s cycling.Sarah begins with an honest update on the injury that has kept her out of the Tour, the painful iss
TDF 2026: The Winners, Losers and the Greatest of All Time
Enter the Black Sheep Cycling Tour de France Femmes Fantasy League and compete for $3,000 worth of cycling apparel. https://au.blacksheep.cc/pages/femmes-fantasy-league-2026Five Tour titles at 27. Five stage victories. A record-breaking ascent of Alpe d’Huez - and one final attack through the streets of Paris.Tils and Marko wrap up a remarkable 2026 Tour de France, beginning with Tadej Pogačar’s d
Three Brutal Days That Will Decide the Tour
With the podium being reshaped by crashes and withdrawals, the Tour de France heads into a savage final stretch featuring nearly 13,000 metres of climbing across three stages.Tils and Lee break down Jasper Philipsen’s Stage 17 victory, the seven-point battle for the green jersey, Michael Matthews’ heartbreaking near miss and Lidl-Trek’s complicated pursuit of points, stages and team objectives.The
The 2AM Test: Has Anti-Doping Gone Too Far?
Jonas Vingegaard was woken at 2am. Tadej Pogačar at 5am. Hours later, Vingegaard’s Tour ended with a fractured collarbone.Anti-doping testing is essential—but has cycling crossed a line? On the Tour’s second rest day, Tils, Marko and Lee unpack the overnight testing controversy and carefully separate what caused Vingegaard’s crash from what may have contributed to it. Tils and Marko also reveal th
Why Tim Merlier keeps winning with Greg Henderson
The final 10 kilometres of a Tour de France sprint can look like chaos. To Greg Henderson, it’s a puzzle, and one he still wants to solve.The former Grand Tour stage winner and one of the most respected lead-out riders of his generation joins Tils and Lee to dissect the Tour’s sprint stages. Greg explains what Olav Kooij got wrong, why Tim Merlier keeps finding a way to win, and how the disappeara
TDF 2026 - The Biggest Stories of the First Rest Day
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Pogačar Blows the Tour Apart
The Tour de France has delivered its first decisive mountain showdown, and Tadej Pogačar has wasted no time putting the race on notice.The crew breaks down UAE’s Tourmalet demolition, Pogačar’s fearless 107km/h descent and the huge time he gained on Jonas Vingegaard. Is the Tour already over, or is there still enough road left for the race to turn?They also unpack Remco Evenepoel’s public frustrat
The Tour Heats Up: Trek Dominate, Sprinters Suffer
A Norwegian in yellow. A Dane winning the stage. And Lidl-Trek putting on a tactical masterclass.Matilda Reynolds is joined by Mark O’Brien to break down a brutal opening week of the Tour de France, where the heat, the climbs and the relentless racing have already started to take their toll. We unpack Mads Pedersen’s brilliant breakaway win, Uno-X’s dream day in yellow with Torstein Træen, the suf
The Tour Launches with Special Guest Harry Sweeny
The Tour de France is here, and it has wasted no time reminding everyone why it is the biggest race in cycling.This week on The Domestiques, Tils, Marko and Hollywood break down the opening stages of the Tour, from the Barcelona team time trial and Visma’s early masterclass, to Pogacar’s ominous start, Del Toro’s rise, Remco’s pressure, the first breakaway chances, and the brutal heat already shap
Harry Leask: From Olympic Silver to America’s Cup Suffering
This week on The Domestiques, Tils, Marko and Hollywood are joined by Harry Leask, Olympic silver medallist for Great Britain, former America’s Cup cyclor with INEOS Britannia, and current Beach Road weapon making Saturday mornings miserable for anyone brave enough to sit on.Harry takes us inside one of the strangest and most brutal roles in elite sport: powering a high-speed sailing boat from ins
Pogacar is Coming!
The Tour de France is almost here, and the final exams have been handed in. This week on The Domestiques, Tils returns from a wrong turn at Devil’s Cardigan, Marko is back from Thailand with tendonitis and a double IPA, and Hollywood delivers one of his firmest fashion rulings yet: socks over leg warmers. No debate.The crew break down Tadej Pogacar’s ominous Tour de Suisse performance, where he di
Australia Has A New GC Hope
Luke Tuckwell joins us after a life-changing weekend. After an incredible week at the Critérium du Dauphiné, the young Australian stunned the cycling world with a breakthrough GC performance, spending time in yellow and finishing second overall against some of the sport's brightest young stars.This week, Tils, Hollywood and Marko break down Tuckwell's ride, what it means for Australian cycling, an
The Giro D'Italia with Josie Talbot
This week on The Domestiques, we’re joined by Australian WorldTour rider Josie Talbot for a chaotic, insightful and occasionally internet-challenged conversation from Girona.We break down a wild Giro d’Italia Women, from Lorena Wiebes’ bike-weight disqualification to Demi Vollering’s final-stage heist, Anna van der Breggen’s heartbreak, Elisa Longo Borghini’s home victory, and the continued rise o
The Greatest Weekend in Gravel
The Giro wraps, the Giro Women kicks off in chaos, and somehow a gel wrapper becomes the biggest villain in cycling. Tils, Hollywood and Marko unpack Jonas Vingegaard’s dominant three weeks, Jai Hindley’s huge podium, Aussie climbing depth, Lorena Wiebes’ brutal 20-gram disqualification, Elisa Balsamo in pink, and the gravel carnage from Australian Nationals and Unbound. Marko pleads his “could’ve
The Giro Gets Weird
The crew is back together and, somehow, still talking about gravel. This week on The Domestiques, Tils, Marko and Hollywood unpack the latest Giro drama, from breakaway chaos and motorbike controversy to Jai Hindley’s podium chances, Jonas Vingegaard’s control, and whether the final week can save the race.They also dive into the huge Tour Down Under announcement, with the men’s and women’s races s
Seven Ways to Suffer with Roadside Cycling Podcast
Two pods. One gravel circus. A whole lot of pea gravel carnage. This week, The Domestiques joins forces with Roadside Podcast and host Jethro Gammie-Nagle to unpack everything from Seven Gravel Race in Nannup, Western Australia. With the event acting as a full-blown dress rehearsal for the UCI Gravel World Championships in October, Matilda Reynolds and Mark O’Brien take us inside their elite races
Luke Tuckwell: Australia’s Next GC Hope
This week on The Domestiques, Matilda Reynolds and Hollywood are joined by one of Australia’s most exciting young cycling prospects, Luke Tuckwell. From growing up in Orange, New South Wales, to wearing pink at the Baby Giro, signing with Red Bull-BORA-hansgrohe, and finishing sixth at the Tour de Romandie just one second behind Luke Plapp, Luke’s rise has been ridiculous in the best possible way.
Trekky’s Guide to Gravel and 120 Grams an Hour
This week on The Domestiques, we take it off Beach Road and into the dirt with Brendan “Trekky” Johnston, one of Australia’s leading gravel riders and a regular at the pointy end of the Lifetime Grand Prix in the US.Trekky talks through the brutal mix of racing that defines modern gravel, from Sea Otter and Levi’s GranFondo to the madness of Unbound, where equipment, fuelling, tactics and luck all
The Ardennes with Jack Haig
Fresh from the Ardennes, Australian pro Jack Haig joins The Domestiques to take us inside one of the wildest weeks of racing on the calendar. Now in new colours with INEOS Grenadiers, Jack chats through the move from Bahrain Victorious, his role inside the team, the slightly chaotic kit situation, and what life actually looks like between Amstel, Flèche Wallonne and Liège-Bastogne-Liège.Then it’s
Amstel Recap & Ardennes Preview
A quick hit with the OGs, and somehow it still spirals.Gravel’s having a moment, Hollywood’s avoiding it at all costs, and Marco’s deep in the trenches chasing form ahead of Seven. From Beechworth to Macedon, Hell Ride to airport loops, it’s a full spectrum of cycling chaos. On the pro side, Amstel Gold delivers mixed emotions, breakout rides, and a reminder that Demi doesn’t always win the sprint
Roubaix Debrief + Kim Le Court Interview
Fresh off one of the wildest Classics weekends of the year, The Domestiques return with a blockbuster episode featuring one of the most compelling riders in the sport right now, Kim Le Court-Pienaar.From the chaos of Roubaix to the heartbreak and brutality of Flanders, the crew unpack it all before diving deep into Kim’s story, a journey that spans continents, setbacks, self-doubt, and ultimately,
Pog vs Pidcock: San Remo Delivers
Milano–San Remo delivered exactly what it always promises… and somehow still surprised.From a brutal, slow-burning build to one of the most chaotic and thrilling final 30km we’ve seen in years, this was cycling at its absolute peak. Crashes, comebacks, and a finish that came down to centimetres. The kind of race that reminds you why this sport hits different.We break down:Pog’s unreal recovery and
Milan-San Remo Preview
The Domestiques are back off the Peaks high and straight into a massive week of racing. We cover Grafton to Inverell, the latest from the ProVelo Super League, Paris-Nice, Tirreno-Adriatico, Trofeo Binda, and a full preview of Milan-San Remo. The crew break down Finlay Walsh’s huge win, Pat Eddy’s response in Inverell, Isaac del Toro’s rise, Van der Poel’s form, Vingegaard’s strange fashion choice
Post Peaks Debrief
The crew finally unpack the much-hyped Post Peaks Challenge debrief. Tils, Hollywood and Marko relive the full chaos of the day, from freezing descents and fog on Hotham to missed groups, music failures, pain caves and the push for sub-8 glory. Spoiler alert: Marko, Tils and Hollywood DOMINATED. There’s plenty of laughs, a few near-disasters, some very honest suffering, and a proper appreciation f
Warny Chaos: Hollywood’s Borrowed Bike & Tills’ Crash
In this episode of The Domestiques, Tills, Hollywood and Marko unpack a huge Warny weekend - from Hollywood’s gritty on-road survival story (nutrition chaos, puncture drama and a borrowed bike rescue) to Matilda’s tough crash update and a no-holds-barred breakdown of how the men’s race tactics unfolded. The crew also recaps an exciting women’s edition, reacts to Omloop and Kuurne in Europe, and lo
Melbourne to Warrnambool with Maeve Plouffe
Warny week is here and this episode is stacked. We break down the headlines from the UAE Tour, where Isaac del Toro impressed, Luke Plapp climbed with confidence, and plenty of questions were raised, before diving into the chaos and GC shake-up from the ProVelo round in Tasmania ahead of the Melbourne to Warrnambool Classic. To close, we sit down with Maeve Plouffe for an honest chat about Europe,
From Peaks Challenge to Tassie ProVelo to the WorldTour in the UAE
We've got a bit on this week. Peaks Challenge is almost here and the nerves are real. This week the crew dives deep into pacing Tawonga, surviving Hotham, fuelling like your life depends on it, and why the race is often won in the valleys, not on the climbs. Over in Tassie, the ProVelo Super League Tour of Tasmania is shaping up as one of the most open editions in years. With key names absent, the
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Presented by Australia’s premier cycling apparel brand, Black Sheep Cycling, The Domestiques delivers up rolling commentary and behind-the-peloton coverage of the 2022 Tour de France. Hosted by the voice of Australian Cycling, Mike Tomalaris brings more than 30 years of TdF experience at SBS Sports alongside cycling personality Lee ‘Hollywood’ Turner and formidable pro Matilda Raynolds. Together t
TDF 2025 - The Super Domestique, Harry Sweeny, on the Tour’s second rest day
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, H
TDF 2024: Heat, Drama, and Surprises with AusCycling Coach Nick Owen
The Tour de France has kicked off with a bang! And The Domestiques are on location in Italy for the Grand Départ. We analyse the first heat-dominated weekend of drama on the roads and excitement in the crowd. With the Olympics around the corner Australia’s medal hopes rest on the shoulders of Luke Plapp and Ruby Roseman-Gannon. The man responsible for guiding our cyclists to triumph is Australia’s
Chaos at Cadels and New Warny Date Confirmed
The crew unpack a massive weekend of racing at the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race, breaking down both the women’s and men’s editions lap by lap. From Ally Wollaston’s historic back-to-back win and the growing depth of women’s racing, to a chaotic men’s finale shaped by wind, positioning, and split-second decisions, there’s no shortage of analysis. The conversation digs into team tactics, stando
Melbourne to Warrnambool Postponed and Cadel's Preview
It’s an emergency pod as the crew reconvenes to unpack the chaos and intrigue around Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race weekend. From final Tour Down Under reflections to sharp takes on ProVelo, form riders, and tactical trends, the conversation quickly turns serious with bushfires threatening the Surf Coast, Cadel’s, and even the Melbourne to Warrnambool. The team dives deep into what route change
TDF First Rest Day, Stage 4 of Giro Donne and Special Guest Allan Jefferson (2022 RAAM Winner)
It’s the Tour’s first rest day, but The Domestiques (not ‘Domestics’) aren’t resting. In today’s episode we wrap up the first few days of the tour, and then get stuck into all things Giro Donne. There was huge shakeup that happened in the Emilia Romagna region overnight. Let’s just say that the crew concludes that Annemiek van Vleuten is the greatest cyclist of all time. There - you have it. Spoil
5 from 5 in Lombardia
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. Don't miss out on exclusive offers: enjoy 10% off your entry to United Energy Around the Bay on October 26 with code HOLLYWOOD, and save 20% on everything at Black Sheep Cycling with code DOMESTIQUES. Plus, get M
MVP goes solo to win the 2023 UCI World Championships
One of our favourite guests, Henk Vogels, joins the crew to dissect an incredible day of racing in the Men's Road Race at the 2023 UCI World Championships.
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2024 Year in Review with Rachel Neylan
The story of Rachel Neylan leaving her home in Sydney to pursue a career as a professional cyclist on the World Tour is fascinating.
She shares the path taken in creating a brilliant career and the sacrifices made in this fascinating episode of The Domestiques.
We also look back on the year that was in our final episode of 2024.
The many highs, the not-so-many lows and everything in between.
It’s
Live from Lorne: Pt 1. The Calm Before Fondo Worlds
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 th
Inside the WorldTour with Chris Hamilton
This week on The Domestiques, Hollywood, Marko and Tils are joined by Australian WorldTour stalwart Chris Hamilton, the road captain, climber and all-round legend who’s spent nearly a decade guiding leaders through grand tours, chaos stages and everything in between.We talk team tactics, life inside the peloton, the role of a modern road captain, the biggest changes, and what’s next for the quietl
Our Massive Giro d’Italia Wrapup
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End of the Giro and we have better Audio!!! Tadej Pogačar is the toast of the Giro d’Italia and of world cycling. In this week’s edition of The Domestiques we compare The Pog with some of the sport’s legends. He ticks all the boxes and is the
TDF 2025 - Buckle Up - It's only Stage 3!
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 Cy
The Women's TDU finale leaves us wanting more!
The finale of the Women's Tour Down Under leaves us wanting more. Lee, Tommo and Tils discuss how to add more to the race, Channel 7 need to fire their intern, a phenomenal win by Aussie Grace Brown, a different orche jersey every day, and the men's prologue gets underway in the wet. Plus so much more.
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Matilda cracks the whip as the TDU enters the final stage and prepares to climb Lofty five times. We think.
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Tadej Pogačar continues to redefine what is possible with a stunning victory in Flanders.
What a weekend of racing. Lotte Kopecky went on an 18km attack and destroyed the peloton in the Women's Tour of Flanders. Whilst Tadej Pogačar continued to show a level of brilliance that rivals that of Eddy Merckx. A super-human attack up the Koppenberg sealed the sweetest of victories for the Pog. “It’s a day I’ll never forget,” Pogačar said. “I can say I can retire after today and be proud of m
Stage 4 of the TDU and Caleb finds a home!
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The Tour Down Under reaches the pointy end yet only a handful of seconds separate the top riders. The Domestiques unpack the Queen stage on Willunga Hill. The big talking point is Caleb Ewan’s move to Ineos Grenadiers. Meantime, Matilda shares her experiences from the second edition of the RADL GVL despite losing some skin. Hollywood talks up the numb
Previewing the final week of the TDF + Neve Bradbury's podium in the Giro
While the podium appears to be decided at the Tour de France, The Domestiques examine the events that might unfold in the brutal stages of the third and final week.
Will the “The Pog Show” continue or will others be given an opportunity to enjoy some time under the French Summer sun?
It’s their last chance!
The team also pays tribute to Aussie Neve Bradbury’s historic podium place finish at the wo
The Godfather of Australian Cycling - John Trevorrow
The Domestiques welcomes a genuine Aussie legend. John Trevorrow has been heavily involved in cycling in Australia all his life. The man nicknamed “Iffy” is responsible for organising many iconic domestic events and converting non-cycling fans to the sport he loves including big financial hitters. In this episode he shares his experiences as a champion racer in an era when smoking cigarettes was c
Orla joins The Domestiques
The Domestiques are thrilled to welcome popular British television journalist and presenter Orla Chennaoui to the microphone. A woman who has a unique zest and passion for world cycling and who has opened doors for others to follow their dreams as broadcasters. Orla describes her television journey, the battles along the way and overcoming personal career challenges. Don’t miss this energised and
Pogacar's Risky Move - Allan Peiper's Exclusive Interview
The Domestiques brings you a very special interview with Allan Peiper, UAE Team Emirates Race Analyst and form Sports Director. As the Tour de France heads into the Pyrenees and Tadej Pogacar chases a third overall victory, Allan Peiper expresses his concern for a rider he mentored for many years.
Allan says The Pog may be “burning too many matches” and fears he may be overrun by the rising form
The Strade Bianche with AFL legend Ryan O'Keefe
Join us as we reflect on the thrilling men’s and women’s Strade Bianche races, preview Paris-Nice, and touch upon the significant loss of the Amy Gillett Foundation. AFL Legend Ryan O’Keefe shares not only his transition from the AFL to the bike, but also his insights on the state of Australian cycling, the impact of plant-based diets on athletic performance, and the ongoing struggle with concussi
Tour de France Stage 18 - The Vingegaard and Pog Show reaches Hautacam & Anya Louw reaches the inaugural Tour de Femmes
Stage 18 was the exclamation point on one of the most exciting Tour de France’s this century. Jonas Vingegaard all but extinguished Tadej Pogacar’s hopes of victory in Paris. Vingegaard broke away half-way up the Hautacam to claim his second mountaintop stage win, with the Pog a further minute down. And so we head into the penultimate stage, the final TT, and then onto Paris. Which is the perfect
Michael 'Bling' Matthews ahead of the 2022 World Championships in Wollongong
One of the biggest weeks in cycling is here, and it’s on our shores. From Sunday 18th to 25th September, the world’s best cyclists will be racing in Wollongong for a shot at the rainbow stripes, and The Domestiques crew are there to cover it. Today, we welcome Michael ‘Bling’ Matthews to help us review Grace Brown’s AMAZING podium ride in the Women’s ITT, and preview the week ahead. This, and so m
Stuart O'Grady joins us from Lourdes to recap Stage 6 of the TDF.
Stuey O'Grady, former Yellow Jersey wearer and Race Directory for the Tour Down Under, joins us to unpack Stage 6 and what to expect at the Tour Down Under 2024.
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Welsford launches in Stage 1 of the TDU
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We wrap up Stage One of the TDU as Sam Welsford puts on a masterclass. We also talk about sports nutrition with Dr. Gemma Sampson. A crucial topic, especially in the heat of Adelaide at this time of year. We talk what to eat, and what not to consume if you want to improve your progress. So many questions from Hollywood who’s preparing for his own perso
Behind the Scenes of the Tour de France Femme with Sarah Roy
Welcome to this week’s episode of The Domestiques, joined by Commonwealth Games medalist, and now flying the flag for EF Education–Oatly, Sarah RoyFrom 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!
A thriller on Willunga on Stage 2 of the Women's TDU with Sara Carrigan
A note: We apologise for today's audio - a few mishaps, which will be addressed tomorrow.
Sara Carrigan confirmed her place in Australian cycling folklore when winning the gold medal in the Road Race at the 2004 Athens Olympics.
The Domestiques welcome one of only two women to have achieved such an honour.
Sara explains her involvement at the 2025 Tour Down Under.
And while an absent Hollywood (mi
LIVE AT THE TDU: Stage 2 of the TDU with Nick Owen
We're back and we're live at the Adelaide Hilton. We dive into Stage 2 of the TDU. Today we are joined by Australian sports scientist Nick Owen. Nick is the coach of Ruby Rose-Gannon, Georgie Howe and Luke Plapp.
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Super Sunday at the TDU lives up to the hype!
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It was Super Sunday in Adelaide and The Domestiques were in cycling heaven with so much activity.
From the completion of the Tour Down Under (women’s edition) to the thrilling racing at the ProVelo Super League, there’s so much to discuss in this episode.
And we did.
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Special Edition: Importance of Fueling in Cycling
Scott Tindal is a performance nutrition coach with 20 years of experience working with pro and amateur athletes. He has a Masters degree in sports medicine and a post-graduate diploma in performance nutrition.
His also the founder of a new nutrition app called ‘Fuel In’ and is offering Domestiques listeners 20% off, use the code CART20 at www.fuelin.com.
One of the Australia's best sprinters, Graeme Brown, joins us to relive the chaos in Spain.
Graeme Brown, formerly of Rabobank and a dual Olympic Gold Medalist, joins us to break down a chaotic start to the Vuelta, the Tour de l'Avenir talent, and if GC leader Sepp Kuss can go all the way.
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Mark Renshaw joins us to discuss Mark Cavendish and Stage 10 of the Tour de France.
Mark Renshaw, sprint advisor to Astana joins us to discuss Mark Cavendish, unpack stage 10 and the upcoming Sprint stages as the Tour enters it's second week.
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Recapping an incredible Tour de France Femmes with Brodie Chapman
We catch-up with former Australian Champion and Lidl Trek rider Brodie Chapman to break down the TDFF. The highs and lows of Le Tour, SD-Worx tactics, and what is being labled as the greatest GC stage of all time. We talk about the progression in women's cycling and the challenge of racing the Summer of Cycling. All that and more in a special edition of The Domestiques.
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Inside Ineos-Grenadiers with Zak Dempster
The Domestiques welcomes a former elite Aussie professional rider who’s making a fist of his role as a Director Sportif for one of the world’s biggest teams. Zak Dempster called the shots inside the Ineos-Grenadiers team car at the Giro d’Italia and triumphed after guiding Geraint Thomas to a place on the podium in Rome. Hear how Zak sacrificed a position to continue developing the cycling scene i
The World Tour lights up the Great Ocean Road.
We breakdown Cadel Great Ocean Road Race as the World Tour leaves Australian shores for 2024. Tils and Hollywood are doing the Melbourne to Warrnambool and is it a good thing Road Nats are going West?
The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling, Honan Insurance Group, and Ord Minnet.
Fergus Browning, Cadel Evans Road Race, and Melbourne to Warrnambool
Fergus Browning is a star of the future.
The 21 year old, who thrilled a global television audience at the Tour Down Under, joins The Domestiques in this special episode.
His performance has attracted worldwide interest and attention, and it won’t be long before the Melbourne protege lines up as a regular on the World Tour.
Fergus reminds us of his past, his present and outlines his future ambitio
Liz Hepple: A Trailblazer in Women's Cycling
A special treat in this episode of The Domestiques.Liz Hepple is a pioneer in women’s cycling who raced in Europe, took on the world, and triumphed!It’s been almost 40 years since Liz competed in the women’s edition of the Tour de France which was held concurrently with the men.It was a primitive time but a moment in history which opened doors for others to follow in Liz’s footsteps.While it’s tho
Our 100th Episode with Jonas Abrahamson
The Domestiques welcomes the hottest property in world cycling! Jonas Abrahamsen captured the imagination of a global audience for his aggressive approach at the Tour de France. The Norwegian wore the polka dot jersey as best climber for 11 days. He even enjoyed a stint in the green jersey. He explains how he credits his newfound success to a major diet overhaul. The Domestiques also pay tribute t
La Vuelta preview and an exclusive interview with Sports psychologist to Team UAE David Spindler
The team previews the last grand tour of the year, La Vuelta, the U23 Tour De France (also known as the Tour de l'Avenir) and its very first Women's Edition, and we discuss if riders are being signed to the World Tour too early.
The Domestiques is presented by Black Sheep Cycling and Honan Insurance Group.
An exclusive interview with Eurosport's Carlton Kirby
In this episode of The Domestiques, a real treat!
Acclaimed Eurosport commentator, Carlton Kirby, is our special guest.
Hear what makes him tick.
His deep love and passion for world cycling.
Why he is so emotional when calling races?
And there’s his unique commentary style that draws a beloved global listening audience.
So many stories.
So many anecdotes.
Some yarns have never been told.
Carlton
