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From scandals and scepticism to parasocial belief – I've witnessed cycling's perception of doping shift dramatically over the last decade, but is that OK?

More than a decade on since the last major doping scandals, the data says pro cycling is cleaner, but has cycling's attitude towards doping also shifted?

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Originally reported by Cyclingnews
From scandals and scepticism to parasocial belief – I've witnessed cycling's perception of doping shift dramatically over the last decade, but is that OK?
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Andy McGrath: What Happened

Cyclingnews reported on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 in a story involving Andy McGrath, I've, More. Here is how the report opens:

More than a decade on since the last major doping scandals, the data says pro cycling is cleaner, but has cycling's attitude towards doping also shifted? Andy McGrath looks at how perceptions have changed from a lack of trust to protective fandom…

— Cyclingnews
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It is one of many Cycling stories we are following today. Below are the key takeaways, how the story is being reported across the sport, background on Tour de France and what to watch next.

Key Takeaways

  • The story: From scandals and scepticism to parasocial belief – I've witnessed cycling's perception of doping shift dramatically over the last decade, but is that OK?
  • Who’s involved: Andy McGrath, I've and More
  • League: Cycling
  • First reported: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 by Cyclingnews

Background: Tour de France

The Tour de France (pronounced [tuʁ də fʁɑ̃s]; lit. 'Tour of France') is an annual men's multiple-stage road cycling race held primarily in France. It is the oldest and most prestigious of the three Grand Tours, which include the Giro d'Italia and the Vuelta a España.

The race was first organized in 1903 to increase sales for the newspaper L'Auto (which was an ancestor of L'Équipe) and has been held annually since, except from 1915 to 1918 and 1940 to 1946 due to the two World Wars. As the Tour gained prominence and popularity, the race was lengthened and gained more international participation.

Text from Wikipedia’s Tour de France article, CC BY-SA 4.0.

What’s Next for Andy McGrath

For fans following Andy McGrath, the next things to watch are the results, schedule, rankings and standings. Stories like this one tend to move quickly, so check back for follow-up reports and reaction as more outlets pick it up.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened with Andy McGrath?

More than a decade on since the last major doping scandals, the data says pro cycling is cleaner, but has cycling's attitude towards doping also shifted? Andy McGrath looks at how perceptions have changed from a lack of trust to protective fandom… Cyclingnews reported the story on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

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Cyclingnews first reported it on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. ForTheFans summarizes it here with background and related Cycling news.

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