Samu Sánchez, the leader, speaks to the press

Samuel Sánchez continues to establish himself as a cycling analyst and broadcaster. His appearance on the Bici Escapa podcast, alongside Joan Prats, has been exceptionally well-received, ranking last week as the most-listened-to sports podcast in Spain and reaching No. 219 among all podcasts in the country.

These figures reflect the continued interest in the Olympic champion and his ability to share with fans all the experience and knowledge he has gained throughout a career spent competing at the highest level.

Samu began appearing on the podcast to coincide with the Tour de France, and following its warm reception, he has continued his collaboration with Bici Escapa. Every two weeks, alongside Joan Prats, he reviews the latest cycling news, analyzes the major races, and offers an insider’s perspective on what’s happening within the peloton.

His experience as a professional cyclist and his approachable, natural way of explaining the sport allow fans to discover aspects of the competition that go beyond what is seen on television. Strategy, preparation, rider behavior, and the key factors in each race are all part of conversations in which Samu offers the perspective of someone who has experienced the major events on the international calendar from the inside for years.

The podcast’s success also confirms Samuel Sánchez’s enduring status as one of the most recognizable voices in Spanish cycling. Years after retiring from professional cycling, the Olympic champion continues to capture the interest of fans and find new platforms from which to share his knowledge and maintain a close connection to the sport.

Appearance on Eurosport

This is another aspect that is also continuing on television. This Wednesday, Samu took part in the broadcast of a stage of La Vuelta a España on Eurosport, where he provided commentary alongside two leading figures in cycling: Javier Ares and Alberto Contador.

His presence on both Bici Escapa and Eurosport highlights Samuel Sánchez’s value as an analyst. His experience, credibility, and knowledge of the peloton allow him to remain a key figure in cycling from a new perspective and connect with an audience that continues to look to him as a role model.

From the road to the microphone, Samu continues to live and talk about cycling with the same passion.