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Matt Stephens | Diary of a Soigneur

John Deering - Press Officer | Guest Diary


John Deering - Press Officer

Photo - © Graham Watson - www.grahamwatson.com
John Deering




Read Press Officer John Deering's diary with his usual brand of humour (see our staff page) to give you a unique insight into the every day life of a top professional team.

John's latest diary is courtesy of www.procycling.com and is a full account of the team's biggest race of the year, the prestigious Giro d'Italia. Includes 4 exclusive Graham Watson photos!

Rai's coverage went for a commercial break at a crucial time, leaving us sweating, then came back to show us Macca still had about a minute with only 10kms to go. "COME ON DAVE!!!" yelled Wilderness Man at the screen, sending the cool dudes apoplectic with fright, and I had goose bumps despite the heat. The mobile rang; it was Sean. "He's going to do it, he's going to win it!" he was shouting. More...



Matt Stephens

Matt Stephens' Photo - © Graham Watson
Matt Stephens
Read our exclusive Matt Stephens' Diary, one of Britain's top riders; giving you his thoughts and experiences on his first full professional season in Europe.

In his latest diary Matt talks about his season so far from the Tour Down Under to the Giro d'Italia.

Well, I've made no effort to disguise my desire to ride a major 'Tour'. That long standing wish is now an imminent actuality, only Romandie and another week stand in the way. I am excited, nervous and a host of other adjectives. I'm also honoured and I want to seize this chance. More..



Guest Diary - Matt Illingworth

Back by popular demand (thanks for the email Matt's Mum), last year's diarist and McCartney old boy Matt Illingworth gives you his usual sideways view of our 2000 team which includes a full report by John Deering of Matt's best win yet at the Tour d'Ibiza!

After hours of negotiation, talking big money, it was agreed I'd write this page for a free ride in the team car driven by Sean, which I wasn't entirely happy about, giving his track record, and the amount of Airbags he's got through driving in the European convoy in the last 18 months! More...



Diary of a Soigneur - Louise Deering

Read our early season diary of a Soigneur, by Louise Deering. As well as the usual insight into the team, Louise gives advice and info concerning riders likes and dislikes for food, massage products and racing oils.



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