The Sinking Team: A Cautionary Tale of Cycling's Financial Perils The collapse of Hess Cycling at the 2025 Tour of Britain Women was a stark reminder that success in professional cycling is not solely determined by talent or grit.
Behind the scenes, financial woes can quietly sabotage even the most ambitious projects. Former riders and team members are still reeling from the aftermath.
Many have shared stories of being paid late or not at all, leaving them with significant out of pocket expenses.