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  •   Home > News > Sports > Rugby League

    Two-time grand tour winner Simon Yates has announced his retirement from cycling with immediate effect

    Two-time grand tour winner Simon Yates has announced his retirement from cycling with immediate effect

    - article from www.rugbyleague.co.nz

    The 33 year old's decision has come as a shock - after winning the Giro d'Italia last year, as well as a third career stage win at the Tour de France.

    The Englishman says he's been considering retirement for a long time, and now feel likes the right moment to step away from the sport.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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