Welcome to the early August edition of our “Tweets of the Week” roundup—just in time to catch up on all the cycling buzz that’s been lighting up social media. After a brief hiatus due to the whirlwind that was the Tour de France and the Paris Olympics, we’re back to showcase some of the most interesting, and sometimes quirky, posts from the world of cycling.
As the Olympics took center stage, it was refreshing to see riders step out of their usual trade team kits and into the diverse world of Olympic events. From mountain biking to track racing, athletes showcased their skills while also revealing a more relaxed and less robotic side on social media.
This week’s highlights include cycling-related takes on the viral Olympic Instagram posts, particularly those cardboard beds everyone’s been talking about, and plenty of athletes proudly showing off their hard-earned medals. Of course, there’s also Remco Evenepoel, who celebrated his double win with a well-deserved party.
Beyond the Olympic spotlight, Tadej Pogačar has been basking in the glow of his Tour de France victory, while EF Education-EasyPost turned heads with their bright pink Barbie-themed Cadillacs. Meanwhile, Matteo Jorgenson expressed his love for Orangina in a post that resonated with many fans. Here are some of the best moments from this week:
1. **Archie Atkinson’s Paralympic Gear**
What’s the point of receiving all your Paralympic gear if you don’t make an Instagram reel out of it? Atkinson’s friends are likely to be well-equipped for some time, thanks to his generous haul.
2. **EF Education-EasyPost’s Barbie Cars**
While not a fan of cars, one can’t help but admire the bold statement EF made with their pink Cadillacs at the Tour de France. They truly knocked it out of the park.
3. **Pogačar’s Slovenian Tribute**
Imagine being such a national hero that climbing walls are made in your honor. That’s exactly what happened to Tadej Pogačar in Slovenia, and Olympic gold medallist Janja Garnbret even modeled them.
4. **Pogačar’s Homecoming**
Speaking of Pogačar, his homecoming in Slovenia looked like a wonderful celebration. The picturesque scenery is a reminder that Slovenia is a destination worth visiting.
5. **Team GB’s Relaxation**
While many athletes endured a rainy boat ride down the Seine, Team GB’s track cyclists enjoyed the sunny weather at Celtic Manor in Newport. A perfect way to unwind.
6. **Matteo Jorgenson’s Orangina Love**
A tweet that sums up a lot of us: “Me 🤝 Matteo Jorgenson, Bloody loves Orangina.”
7. **Grace Brown’s Gold Medal Style**
It might have been a bold move, but Grace Brown should have ridden the road race while wearing her gold medal. Why not show off such an achievement?
8. **Wanty’s Giant Biniam**
A heartwarming moment as a giant version of Biniam Girmay stood guard over the people of Wanty.
9. **INEOS Grenadiers’ MTB Success**
With just two mountain bikers, INEOS Grenadiers managed to secure as many gold medals as possible. Unfortunately, next year, the team might have no riders left in the discipline.
10. **Pogačar’s Presidential Gift**
If you were the president of Slovenia, what would you gift Tadej Pogačar? The answer: some coffee, of course. A perfect choice for the cycling champ.
11. **South Africa’s Vincent Leygonie’s Bed Solution**
Tired of hearing about those Olympic cardboard beds? Vincent Leygonie from South Africa offered his own creative solution.
12. **Track Center’s Bad Bike Choice**
Why not bring a subpar bike to the track center? Some decisions will always remain a mystery.
13. **The Blackpool Olympics**
A nostalgic nod to the mythical “Blackpool Olympics,” a fictional event that surely conjures some chuckles.
14. **Annemiek van Vleuten in Paris**
Though not riding at the Olympics anymore, Annemiek van Vleuten still found time to cycle through Paris, showing that the city remains a cyclist’s dream.
15. **Van Vleuten’s Tour de France Femmes Style**
Van Vleuten’s latest display is truly showing off. Perhaps she should ride the entirety of the Tour de France Femmes with her medals on display.
16. **Remco Evenepoel’s Belgian Party**
Is there anything more quintessentially Belgian than terrible electronic music? Even so, props to Remco Evenepoel for his celebratory moves.
That wraps up this week’s social media highlights in the world of cycling. Stay tuned as we bring you more regular updates from the sport’s most entertaining online moments.
