

Watts Occurring
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Oh. Watts Occurring? Back in 2021, Geraint Thomas started a cycling club right here: the Geraint Thomas Cycling Club.Now you can join Tour de France winner G, best friend and long-time teammate Luke Rowe, Tom Fordyce, Olympic Gold medallist Emma Finucane and former pro Manon Lloyd for comprehensive, year-round cycling content, covering anything and everything cycling. Jump aboard.
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Oct 15, 2024 • 35min
Are you not entertained?! Gladiator Pogi doing Pogi things - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
Have you got your tickets for Watts Occurring Live? Come for a night out with Luke and G at the Lowry Theatre in Salford on November 8th. The last tickets are available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24Did you watch Lombardia this weekend? And were you surprised by the result? No, of course you weren't. It was an absolute clinic from Pogi yet again, and capped what could just be the finest season the sport has ever seen.Luke and G reckon he might have to be a bit more like Maximus Decimus Meridius if he wants to keep his popularity next season (you'll have to listen to understand that one... but we doubt he'll care either way). What a weapon.There's plenty for the boys to catch up on - and we'll be back for the final Watts Occurring of the year next week, with our Annual Awards Show.See you then.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 9, 2024 • 41min
What's it like to race gravel worlds - and is G keen?! With special guest Connor Swift - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
Have you got your tickets for Watts Occurring Live? Come for a night out with Luke and G at the Lowry Theatre in Salford on November 8th. The last tickets are available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24Did you catch the Gravel World Championships this weekend? It was a cracking race, won by the multi-disciplinary weapon that is Mathieu van der Poel.The British gravel champ Connor Swift battled to a very impressive sixth in amongst the Belgian mafia - and as an INEOS Grenadier, the boys thought it was time to get him on the pod to learn all about the inner workings of a major gravel race. Is G tempted to give it a bash, as Connor's wingman?! With a bit of peer pressure, we think it could happen...We loved having Connor on the pod - and realised we should have done this years ago. Ledge.And, as you'll have heard at the start of the pod, Luke will be on stage at Rouleur Live this November, on Friday 15th - and we've got a cheeky 10% off tickets for Watts Occurring listeners. Use code Watts10 at rouleur.cc/collections/rouleur-live-tickets. We'll be back next week with a big Lombardia review. See you then.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 7, 2024 • 25min
ANNOUNCEMENT! Where's Luke working in 2025? - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
Have you got your tickets for Watts Occurring Live yet? Come for a night out with Luke and G at the Lowry Theatre in Salford. Tickets are still available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24We've been teasing this one for a while - but Luke is finally ready to announce what he's doing in 2025!He'll be staying in cycling - and don't worry, the pod's not going anywhere!We can't wait to see him embracing his new role next season.We'll be back later in the week for our weekly Watts.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 1, 2024 • 38min
Worlds review with Britain's breakout star Cat Ferguson - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
Have you got your tickets for Watts Occurring Live yet? There's less than six weeks until G and Luke hit the stage at the Lowry Theatre in Salford. Tickets are still available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24This week's Watts Occurring is dedicated to Muriel Furrer.Last week we welcomed Remco Evenepoel to the show, and this week we welcomed another weapon - Britain's newest breakout star, Cat Ferguson.Winner of the women's world junior road race and time trial in Zurich last week, she has the cycling world at her feet.Luke and G loved getting to know the lass from Yorkshire - and we're sure you will too.Cat is turning pro with Movistar next season and we will 100% be checking back in with her.Want to get in touch with the show? Email GTCC@crowdnetwork.co.uk or hit us up on our socials.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 27, 2024 • 39min
The big Worlds preview with Remco Evenepoel (and the Ambassador, of course) - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
Joining the discussion are Remco Evenepoel, the recent Worlds TT champion, and his compatriot, ambassador De Plus. They dive into the racing tactics and rivalries they face ahead of the road race, with plenty of humor about their team's strategies and the grueling course. Remco shares insights on balancing instinct with data in bike racing, while both recount their experiences with mechanical issues and the mental stresses of competition. The camaraderie between them shines through as they reflect on training, recovery, and unforgettable meals on the road.

Sep 20, 2024 • 46min
Pog in winning a race shocker, lifetime contracts and podding in the same room - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
Have you got your tickets for Watts Occurring Live yet? There's less than two months until G and Luke hit the stage at the Lowry Theatre in Salford. Tickets are still available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24Pog's been winning bike races in Canada, Wout van Aert's signed a lifetime contract with Visma-Lease a Bike, and G's been out training for six hours. That's plenty of material to kick off a pod with.And, to make it all the sweeter, the boys were actually in the same room together for the record. That doesn't happen very often.There's also a Worlds TT to preview and we'll be back next week with an as yet unnamed star guest to preview the road race, We're all ears for your suggestions.Want to get in touch with the show? Email GTCC@crowdnetwork.co.uk or hit us up on our socials.See you next week.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 11, 2024 • 54min
What next for the INEOS Grenadiers? - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
Have you got your tickets for Watts Occurring Live yet? There's less than two months until G and Luke hit the stage at the Lowry Theatre in Salford. Tickets are still available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24Today's pod very nearly didn't happen - because G fell asleep on the sofa. But he emerged from his power nap to join Luke for a review of the Vuelta, Tour of Britain, and answer a whole host of your questions.There's an open and honest discussion about the current situation at the INEOS Grenadiers after a challenging Vuelta and the boys' hopes for the future of the team.Want to get in touch with the show? Email GTCC@crowdnetwork.co.uk or hit us up on our socials.We'll be back next week.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 4, 2024 • 39min
What better way to spend your birthday? - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
WANT TO COME AND SEE WATTS OCCURRING LIVE? Tickets are still available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24It's De Pluski's birthday today - so what better way to spend it than podding with G?We've missed the Ambassador on the pod so G gave him a call and we got his thoughts on the Vuelta, what he's been up to, and the lowdown on G staying at his house after the Renewi Tour.Luke and G will be reunited for tomorrow's alternative Vuelta commentary on the Eurosport Cycling Instagram - come and see them from 2:30pm UK time.See you all then.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 30, 2024 • 38min
G setting records at Renewi and a tasty Vuelta update - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
WANT TO COME AND SEE WATTS OCCURRING LIVE? Tickets are still available here: https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=GERAINT24The boys are back on the pod! It's been a while since Luke and G caught up, and boy is there lots to discuss.G's racing hard in Renewi and breaking heart rate records, there's a nuts Vuelta going on in Spain, and Luke's slipping into his comfortable retirement life.They'll also be back on alternative commentary duty for Eurosport next week - keep an eye on our social channels for details of that one.See you all then.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 27, 2024 • 49min
Previewing G's racing return and checking in on a crazy Vuelta - Watts Occurring powered by Eurosport
Geraint Thomas, an experienced cyclist making his return to racing, shares personal insights on his journey after a summer break. He discusses the thrilling yet challenging dynamics of the Vuelta, characterized by extreme heat and intense competition. Geraint reflects on balancing rigorous training with personal time, emphasizing the mental and physical demands of the sport. He also shares amusing anecdotes about team camaraderie and prepares fans for an upcoming live show, building excitement around future racing plans.


