The Queen of the Classics. The Hell of the North. Paris-Roubaix. The battle for Monumental supremacy continues between Tadej Pogačar and Mathieu van der Poel this weekend on the cobblestones of northern France. We break down the top competitors and who should be on your fantasy team. Be sure to join our Media League in the Cycling Fantasy app!---Follow us on the Cycling Fantasy app, @anderson and @ggardner, and on X (Twitter) @listen2fcp and Instagram @listen2fcp.---(00:00) Intro(02:00) Tour of Flanders Recap(8:45) Tour of Hainan Updates(12:07) Itzulia Basque Country Updates(19:00) Paris-Roubaix Preview(41:00) Fantacycling(43:00) Outro
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#37 Ronde van Vlaanderen 2025 Preview
The rematch we've all been waiting for: Pogi v MVDP. Tadej Pogačar will get his chance at redemption on the hellingen of Flanders after falling to Mathieu van der Poel in Milano-Sanremo. As we usually do for the big races, we go through all the credit categories and share our picks. Be sure to join our Media League in the Cycling Fantasy app!---Follow us on the Cycling Fantasy app, @anderson and @ggardner, and on X (Twitter) @listen2fcp and Instagram @listen2fcp.---(00:00) Intro(01:25) Dwars door Vlaanderen Recap(10:38) MVDP and Pogačar Monument History(16:12) 1200 Credits(16:55) 1000 Credits(18:30) 800 Credits(19:30) 400-600 Credits(23:55) 200 Credits(26:52) Our Picks(30:17) Itzulia Teaser(33:00) Outro
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#36 E3 Saxo Classic and Gent-Wevelgem 2025 Preview
The Ronde van Vlaanderen is just around the corner! But first an amuse-bouche before the main course. The classics specialists will tackle the E3 Saxo Classic on Friday and Gent-Wevelgem on Sunday. We will also wrap up the Volta a Catalunya this weekend!---Follow us on the Cycling Fantasy app, @anderson and @ggardner, and on X (Twitter) @listen2fcp and Instagram @listen2fcp.---(00:00) Intro(01:12) Milano-Sanremo Recap(10:46) E3 Saxo Classic Preview(19:30) Gent-Wevelgem Preview(25:20) Catalunya Updates(31:42) Media League Rankings(32:29) Outro
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#35 Milano-Sanremo 2025 Preview
It's here—the first Monument of the season. Spring feels like it has really begun when the race ignites on the Poggio. Milano-Sanremo is this Saturday! Ahead of the big day, we go through all the credit categories and share our picks. Be sure to join our Media League in the Cycling Fantasy app!---Follow us on the Cycling Fantasy app, @anderson and @ggardner, and on X (Twitter) @listen2fcp and Instagram @listen2fcp.---(00:00) Intro(1:28) Races this Week(12:23) Bredene Koksijde Classic Picks(15:23) MSR Route and Tactics(21:50) 1200 Credit Riders(24:17) 1000 Credit Riders(26:20) 800 Credit Riders(31:47) 600 Credit Riders(34:26) 400 Credit Riders(36:44) 200 Credit Riders(39:09) Our MSR Picks(42:32) Outro
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#34 Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico 2025 Updates
The two classic spring stage races, Paris-Nice and Tirreno-Adriatico, are in full swing. As we approach the final weekend, we have an idea of where things stand. There is still a lot to play for on the road and in fantasy!---Follow us on the Cycling Fantasy app, @anderson and @ggardner, and on X (Twitter) @listen2fcp and Instagram @listen2fcp.---(00:00) Intro(01:47) Strade Bianche Recap(12:24) Paris-Nice(16:27) Is Jonas Washed?(21:48) Tirreno-Adriatico(31:05) Next Week's Races(35:51) Outro
The Fantasy Cycling Podcast is hosted by Grant Gardner and John Anderson. We're obsessed with professional cycling and believe fantasy games are one of the best ways to grow the cycling community. There's a lot of podcasts out there that talk about racing and results, but we're interested in what makes the best fantasy team. Whether you're a seasoned fan or new to the cycling world, we offer a lively discussion of the sport—and try and win a few fantasy competitions in the process. Throughout the season we’ll break down race strategies, rider performances, and help you build a winning team.