In this episode, The Domestiques celebrates one of the best Tour de France Femmes and reflects on an amazing final weekend of Alpine racing.

The powerful history-making performance of Pauline Ferrand-Povet while little Aussie battler Sarah Gigante captured the imagination and won the hearts of a world audience.

If nothing else it’s a “must listen to” episode - if only to hear Hollywood’s unrecognisable and almost muted vocal tones.

The Domestiques, are joined by Anya Louw, teammate of Sarah Gigante and Kim le Court at AG Insurance–Soudal. We unpack the strengths and weakness of the riders, the teams development, and what it’s like supporting some of the world’s strongest riders.

Plus, we preview a massive weekend of racing — the queen stage, the final GC battle, and who’s poised to steal the spotlight.

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Welcome to this week’s episode of The Domestiques, joined by Commonwealth Games medalist, and now flying the flag for EF Education–Oatly, Sarah Roy

From being left off the Tour team in the final minutes, to dissecting SD Worx dynamics, we cover the age gap and the role of a road captain, and will she chase another contract? Proudly brought to you by Black Sheep Cycling and Aid Station!

After a huge weekend on the roads of France The Domestiques asks, and scrutinises, the big question. Who is the GOAT?

Either way we are privileged to be living in an era when both living legends continue to entertain the masses.

Listen in as the team looks back on three blissful weeks at the TdF before the ladies saddle up for their big week under a French Summer sun at the TdF Femmes.

In a candid and honest interview Michael Matthews speaks to The Domestiques where he reveals and recounts the harrowing days which ruled him out of the Tour de France because of a life threatening health condition.

But Bling is confident of a return to the world tour and back to his best sooner than later.

Matthews talks up the stunning Queen stage victory by Jayco-Alula teammate Ben O’Connor and shares his thoughts on his close friend Tadej Pogačar who’s on his way to securing TdF win number 4.

This is a must listen to episode of The Domestiques.

Rest day with Harry Sweeny: He’s the MVP of Stage 10. The unsung Aussie hero of the 2025 Tour. And yes he’s back on the pod.

Harry shares his experiences during the race, including his strategies for nutrition, training, and mental health. The conversation delves into the dynamics of racing, the challenges posed by fans, and the pressures of competing at such a high level. As the Tour progresses, Harry reflects on his goals and the future of his cycling career, emphasising the importance of adaptability and resilience in the sport.

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On the TDFs first rest day, we’re joined by Australian GC specialist Jack Haig, the quiet, brilliant climber who’s podiumed at the Vuelta, raced every Grand Tour, and carved out one of the most consistent careers in cycling.

We dive into life as a professional and how it’s changed. The TDF madness and the sliding door moments that got him off the mountain bike and into the world tour. This is a long one but one you can’t miss!

An emergency Giro Pod

Giganti meaning Giant in Italian, Sarah Gigante lit up the Giro Donne with two monster solo wins and a stranglehold on the mountains jersey, taking the final spot on the GC of the Italian Grand Tour.

Meanwhile in France all eyes on Bastille Day, with the peloton on their hands and knees heading into the first rest day!

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