Watts Occurring

Guest De Pluski is an ambassador for the Vuelta, while cyclist Laurens provides valuable insights into this thrilling Grand Tour. They discuss the challenges athletes face post-Tour de France, including recovery strategies and the mingling of cycling with football culture in Belgium. The excitement for the Vuelta reigns, complete with predictions and potential favorites based on the event's daunting elevation. Lighthearted banter adds a fun twist, making for an engaging conversation about the world of cycling.

Geraint Thomas, an Olympic medalist with an impressive cycling career, and Luke Rowe dive into the recent Olympic performances, debating which palmares hold more weight—G's or Remco Evenepoel's. They share insights on Team GB's celebratory style and reflect on recent advancements in cycling regulations. The duo also brainstorms entertaining ideas for their upcoming live show, humorously ranking listener suggestions, including wild concepts like beer chugging contests. Their camaraderie and passion for the sport shine through in this lively discussion.

Rowe, a seasoned Sport Director, shares his insights on navigating the thrilling world of cycling. He reflects on his debut at the Czech Tour, where he creatively used ice hockey icons for team motivation. The conversation dives into the dynamics of teamwork, stressing the importance of communication and confidence in competitive moments. They discuss the pressures athletes face leading up to the Olympics and the revolutionary use of double disc brakes in time trials, highlighting both technological advances and team strategy.

Podcast covers G's return from the Tour, Luke's debut as Sport Director, Chapeau of the Tour, Olympic preview, and Vuelta prep. Mark Cavendish's Tour resilience, Continental Tires competition, and transitioning to DS discussed. Reflects on Tour de France performances and upcoming live show at the Lowry Theatre.

Want to try Ketones as part of your lifestyle? Ketone-IQ is a brilliant way to start. To find out more about Ketone-IQ and try it for yourself, visit https://ketone.com/WATTSOCCURRING for 30% off your first subscription order - and get a six-pack of Ketone-IQ for free! (Discount automatically applied at checkout).Just when you think you've seen it all from Pogi... he goes and does it again. We are happy to call the Tour de France over. That was nuts.Fresh from an hour of alternative commentary on @eurosportcycling's Instagram this afternoon, Luke and Tom hopped on to reflect on that crazy stage - and another remarkable ride from Tadej Pogacar.He didn't take home Continental Tyres' Chapeau of the Day though - you'll have to listen to hear who gets the nod today.Luke's gonna be roadside for stage 20 and can't wait to pick up some goodies from the caravan. If he makes it back off the mountain alive, we'll be back for another pod tomorrow.Want to come and see the boys in November? Grab your tickets to our Watts Occurring live show at the Lowry Theatre in Salford on November 8th. You can get them by clicking here.Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport and brought home by Continental Tyres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cyclists G and De Pluski share their breakaway adventures during Tour de France stage 17. They discuss the thrill of the race, strategic moves, and the bromance among cyclists. The podcast also includes fun discussions on selecting the Chapeau of the Day and upcoming appearances.

No, this is not a drill: we do indeed have actual A-List Hollywood star Ben Stiller on the pod today. How's that for a rest day show?As our listeners will know, Ben's a huge cycling fan, he loves following the Grand Tours, and he's a vocal supporter of G's across social media. He was delighted to accept G's offer to come on the pod and the guys had a great time with the star of Zoolander, Dodgeball, Meet the Parents... the list goes on and on.Luke and G absolutely loved chatting to him about his love for the Tour, how he watches the action from the States, and got plenty of advice from him on our upcoming Watts Occurring live show, on November 8th at the Lowry Theatre in Salford. Will Ben be there? Who knows.You can get your tickets here.G also gave us a typical rest day update and waxed lyrical about Ambassador De Pluski's ride in the breakaway yesterday.Want to try Ketones as part of your lifestyle? Ketone-IQ is a brilliant way to start. To find out more about Ketone-IQ and try it for yourself, visit https://ketone.com/WATTSOCCURRING for 30% off your first subscription order - and get a six-pack of Ketone-IQ for free! (Discount automatically applied at checkout).Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport and brought home by Continental Tyres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WE'VE BOOKED ANOTHER LIVE SHOW! On November 8th, Watts Occurring is hitting the Lowry Theatre in Salford, Greater Manchester. Get your tickets here.We're back after one of the biggest days of the Tour so far - and another remarkable performance from Tadej Pogacar. This race is showing no signs of slowing down.G's been under the weather, as he explains, but felt better out there today, got over the Tourmalet without too much trouble, and is hoping to come back around.He's got plenty of tales from the road, there's a belting new French nickname for Tom Pidcock, and our Continental Tyres Chapeau of the Day came from the breakaway. You'll have to let us know if you agree with our pick.We'll see you on the rest day - just the small matter of five more categorised climbs to scale tomorrow.Want to try Ketones as part of your lifestyle? Ketone-IQ is a brilliant way to start. To find out more about Ketone-IQ and try it for yourself, visit https://ketone.com/WATTSOCCURRING for 30% off your first subscription order - and get a six-pack of Ketone-IQ for free! (Discount automatically applied at checkout).Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport and brought home by Continental Tyres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WE'VE BOOKED ANOTHER LIVE SHOW! On November 8th, Watts Occurring is hitting the Lowry Theatre in Salford, Greater Manchester. Get your tickets here.We've got a treat for you today. The sprinters are back from the rest day with a bang so we've got one of the world's best and a five-time Tour de France stage winner in the shape of Caleb Ewan to come and talk alllll about it with his old mate Luke.Could Philipsen finally silence the doubters this Tour and get the job done? You'll have to listen to find out.There's also a voice note from G after what he called the easiest Tour stage ever and Luke fires plenty of questions Caleb's way. The Aussie pocket rocket's on great form.We'll be back on Friday - unless something wild happens in the meantime.Want to try Ketones as part of your lifestyle? Ketone-IQ is a brilliant way to start. To find out more about Ketone-IQ and try it for yourself, visit https://ketone.com/WATTSOCCURRING for 30% off your first subscription order - and get a six-pack of Ketone-IQ for free! (Discount automatically applied at checkout).Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport and brought home by Continental Tyres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WE'VE BOOKED ANOTHER LIVE SHOW! On November 8th, Watts Occurring is hitting the Lowry Theatre in Salford, Greater Manchester. Get your tickets here.Yes, that's right: De Pluski is back on the pod. It's rest day one at the Tour so after lunch, G and Laurens sat down to reflect on a crazy opening week.There's a lot of talk about yesterday's gravel stage, a health update from De Pluski, analysis of the top three on GC and plenty more.The guys also answered plenty of your questions.See you tomorrow for a sprint special with Luke and VIP guest Caleb Ewan!Want to try Ketones as part of your lifestyle? Ketone-IQ is a brilliant way to start. To find out more about Ketone-IQ and try it for yourself, visit https://ketone.com/WATTSOCCURRING for 30% off your first subscription order - and get a six-pack of Ketone-IQ for free! (Discount automatically applied at checkout).Watts Occurring is powered by Eurosport and brought home by Continental Tyres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices