Dutch superstar Mathieu van der Poel suspended by UCI in shocking case of unexplained abnormalities in Athlete Biological Passport

In a shocking twist that has sent tremors through the cycling world, Dutch sensation Mathieu van der Poel has reportedly been suspended by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) following what officials describe as “unexplained abnormalities” detected in his Athlete Biological Passport (ABP). The news broke early this morning, leaving fans, teammates, and fellow riders in disbelief as one of cycling’s most dominant and admired figures now faces the biggest controversy of his career.

 

According to sources close to the investigation, irregularities were found in van der Poel’s blood values during routine monitoring — data that suggested potential deviations from his established biological patterns. While the UCI has not publicly confirmed the full details, insiders indicate that the anomalies prompted immediate disciplinary measures pending further analysis and explanation from the rider and his team, Alpecin-Deceuninck.

Van der Poel, who has built his reputation on relentless determination, extraordinary versatility, and fair competition across multiple disciplines, has yet to make a formal statement. However, those close to him insist that he maintains his innocence and is determined to clear his name. “Mathieu is shocked and deeply upset by the news,” one source stated. “He has always competed clean and has nothing to hide. The team is cooperating fully with the UCI to resolve this matter as quickly as possible.”

 

The suspension means that van der Poel could miss key races in the upcoming season, including major classics and world championship events, depending on the duration and outcome of the inquiry. Fans have flooded social media with messages of support, while others express concern about the growing list of athletes recently investigated under the UCI’s anti-doping framework.

 

For now, the cycling world waits anxiously. Whether this turns out to be a devastating scandal or a case of mistaken data, one thing is certain — the shadow cast by the allegations will not fade easily. Mathieu van der Poel’s future, once defined by unstoppable triumphs, now hangs in a cloud of uncertainty that could reshape not only his legacy but the landscape of professional cycling itself.