
Peter Cossins
Peter Cossins has been writing about cycling since 1993, contributing principally to Cycling Weekly, Cycle Sport and Procycling. He is the author of several books on professional cycling including The Monuments, Alpe d’Huez, Full Gas and his latest, The Yellow Jersey – a history of the Tour de France's iconic jersey.
Recent articles by Peter Cossins
The 10 most iconic climbs in Tour de France history, ranked
With the 2026 Tour de France reaching its crescendo in the Alps, we reveal the 10 most iconic ascents in the history of the race

Dave Brailsford: driven by the pain of losing
What has taken him to the brink of his greatest triumph

Sky won’t defend third place at Tour de France
“We’re here to win with a British rider” Sutton affirms

Wiggins delivers caustic assessment of his critics
"They can’t ever imagine applying themselves to anything in their lives"

Brailsford: Cavendish has shown he’s the world's best sprinter
Eisel and Cancellara also full of praise for the Manxman

Wiggins happy with second in Tour de France prologue
It was the ideal start for the team, says Sky boss Brailsford

Armstrong victim of "character assassination"
Legal team wants inquiry into leaks from grand jury investigation

Catch Mark Cavendish on the BBC - if you can
San Remo wasn't enough for the Manxman: bring on the track World's!

Which way now for cyclo-cross?
The Worlds are coming, but will the sport rise up beyond?

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