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In cycling, one-day races, often referred to as Classics, are standalone events that are completed in a single day, unlike stage races that take place over multiple days. These races are known for their prestige and often feature challenging routes. Examples of famous one-day races in cycling include Paris-Roubaix, the Tour of Flanders, and Milan-San Remo. Incorporating one-day events in tennis, similar to one-day races in cycling, would require the development of a new system for counting points and ranking players, and could be an interesting addition to the sport outside of the traditional ATP and WTA tours. Establishing this system would require collaboration between players, tournament organizers, and maybe governing bodies to ensure it aligns with the sport's overall growth and integrity. The introduction of one-day events in tennis, especially in the context of the Thirty30 tennis initiative, can be seen as a progressive step towards diversifying the sport and making it more dynamic and accessible. The Thirty30 format, where every game starts at 30-30, aims to shorten match lengths and provide a faster-paced, more intense form of the game. This format aligns well with the concept of one-day events for several reasons.

What is involved in being a doctor and physiotherapist caring for cycling athletes? Following the UCI Championships, BASEM Member, Dr Heron et al discuss what is involved in being a doctor and physiotherapist caring for cycling athletes. Read the full article ... https://rfr.bz/l6kn8co #BASEM #SportandExerciseMedicine #cyclinginjuries #cycling #cyclists#cyclists

Cycling & Hip Pain ⚡️ There are a multitude of reasons as to why you might experience hip pain when cycling 🚴♀️ The position of your seat when cycling can be one of those reasons. Take a look at the video below, where Dom & Kane (2 of our fantastic sports physios) demonstrate and go into a bit more detail about the hip and cycling. Learn more about what we do at Pure Physio Sports ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/eSsfpqnk #HipPain #Cycling #Exercise #SportsPhysio #Physiotherapy

Until we change the perception of virtual cycling and esports, it will always be just that: a bunch of weight dopers and cheaters. That's the reality! Recent research by Andrew R. and Dr Bryce Dyer explores the beliefs and social norms surrounding cheating and weight doping that challenge virtual cycling and esports. https://lnkd.in/dpAqvpUk  #cycling #indoorcycling #esports #research

Don't you think digging into the nitty-gritty of data is essential? It's not just a game-changer for marketing and business; it's also super useful for something as specific as analyzing cycling. #cycling #tourdefrance #dataanalytics

Last week the BBS Team were onsite at QUT (Queensland University of Technology) to launch Australia’s first ever cycling esports championship. Effectively telling your organisations story through news media is one of the most trusted and effective methods to generate audiences and brand recognition for events. If you want to gain media attention for your organisation or an upcoming event, contact us to discuss today https://lnkd.in/gkHE5X2i #MediaRelations #MediaRelationsBrisbane #Communications #CommunicationsBrisbane #PublicRelations #PublicRelationsBrisbane

Sports Management Tip 31/366 --- Want to become a social champion?♻️ Encourage the use of public transport to your club for training and match days for both your members and supporters 🚌 Cycling is another healthy, cost saving and car park space saving alternative 🚲 #sportsmanagement #sportsbusiness #footballmanagement #clubmanagement #peopledevelopment #coachdevelopment

BLG Event leading from the top supplying the event safety at the Cycling World Championships - Glasgow Scotland. #cyclingworld #blgeventmgt #safetymanagement #safetyconsulting #safetyservices #standaudit #eventspecialist #eventcompany #liveevents #events #exhibitions #eventsorganizing #eventsmanaging #healthandsafetytraining #healthandsafetyconsultancy #eventsafetymanual

Until we change the perception of virtual cycling and esports, it will always be just that: a bunch of weight dopers and cheaters. That's the reality! Recent research by Andrew R. and Dr Bryce Dyer explores the beliefs and social norms surrounding cheating and weight doping that challenge virtual cycling and esports. https://lnkd.in/dcvB24ci  #cycling #indoorcycling #esports

National cycling strategies have gained popularity in Europe, however, they are not yet mainstream. In 2023 four more European countries were added to the list of countries with a national cycling strategy: Belarus, Croatia, Hungary and Israel. Three more countries have adopted policies similar to a national cycling strategy: Ireland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland. #cycling #bikes #bicycling #cyclingandbikes