Read writing from Rob Hatch on Medium. Rob Hatch: It was a real social education. RH: I think in Paris – 2007, Eurosport News. “Whatever way they wish to do it, whether that be taking a knee or not, we were led to believe that something was happening, but it looks as though – unless they’re going to pleasantly surprise us now – that the moment has passed. Co-commentator Dan Lloyd followed up on those comments, saying: “I think everybody has been waiting for some show of solidarity amongst the pro peloton since day one of this year’s Tour de France, as people have done in other sports, other athletes across other sports. We both ended up on the floor at one point. Copyright © Dennis Publishing Limited 2021. I would much prefer that duo at the Tour and Vuelta (keeping the odd input from Jon Harris Bass at grand tours). We won’t take any credit for that. Van Aert on #NoToRacism: I wrote this message in the biggest letters I could, we need to show unity. The commentary line-up will include regular voices Rob Hatch and Carlton Kirby, who will also joined by cycling … I was lucky to do my work experience at Eurosport News. View Robert Hatch’s profile on LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional community. She’s taken pictures of me standing on chairs and all sorts. ‘So, Sean, why are they not going to chase the breakaway now?’ Well, it’s bloody obvious, isn’t it? I’m not a huge fan. It is a race into which a full century of anecdotes having to do with the Tour of Flanders have been incorporated. “Has professional cycling missed the memo and the moment? There was the ‘Oohhh, he’s a dodgy character.’ I was head boy, for God’s sake! Are you following The Telegraph Cycling Podcast? 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It’s frustrating at times – you do feel like you’re pissing in the wind with social media. “Is that it,” asked Rob Hatch. In broadcasting half of getting it right – more, even – is in the voice. Cyc: What are the hardest moments you’ve commentated on? August 22 | The Cycling Podcast reviews stage three of the Vuelta a España with Richard Moore and Rob Hatch at the Rapha Cycle Club at Spitalfields and Daniel Friebe in Spain. Rob Hatch Matt Stephens Voices impersonator Jonathan Bockstael Tom Van Dyck Koen Brandt and some Flandriens CREDITS Concept by Christophe Ghewy and Paul Wauters for BOWLING BRANDS Commissioned by Dries Verclyte of CYCLING IN FLANDERS & FLANDERS CLASSICS. See the complete profile on LinkedIn and discover Robert’s connections and jobs at similar companies. The sadness is that Kirby knows his subject and if only he shut up from times to time it would be more pleasurable for me as a viewer and kistener. “Not for the first time they leave us in shock. I’m not saying everybody has to say the names like I do. Rob Hatch. Written by Dirk Van Nijverseel and Paul Wauters. RH: Previously people would just forget about something that might have annoyed them, but now it’s so easy to pick up your phone and tweet. I saw Kevin Réza looking quite an alone figure near the front, just a few of his French friends chatting to him. On 'The Cycling Podcast', they have pre-recorded Rob Hatch (Chief Superintendent of the Pronunciation Police) clips whenever the hosts mangle a foreign riders' name, accompanied by a 'nee-naw-nee-naw' siren. RH: I was born and raised in Accrington. We know that Kevin Réza is a local rider here in Mantes la Jolie and he was going to lead them out. Rob Hatch: We’ve been spoilt over the last couple of years with the Giro, even the 2014 race where Nairo Quintana won the pink jersey, that was a brilliant race. Directed by Koen Brandt. Someone died in a car crash at a motorsport event and the French wanted to show it. Cycling 'We might not ever see a Giro like that again' - Rob Hatch's 2020 memories The global pandemic meant Eurosport commentator Rob Hatch had … The Service Course, a new tech show by The Cycling Podcast launched in 2019 with YouTube star … The next was pity. Tour de France riders were expected to show solidarity with anti-racism messages at the start of the final stage of the Tour de France on Sunday, but the paucity of the gesture was striking. Share: Ineos’ eRide is an opportunity for everyone to ride with the best of the best. Announcement to be made before the stage.”, And Daniel Friebe of the Cycling Podcast and ITV backed up those reports, saying: “Kevin Réza will lead the Tour out of Mantes-la-Jolie later, alongside the jersey wearers, as the local boy and also to honour the Black Lives Matter movement, ASO say.”. We’ve seen it in so many different areas of sport since competition resumed, and we haven’t really seen it in cycling. Let us know what you think of the show in the comment section below. Rob Hatch and Dan Lloyd react to the underwhelming promised display of solidarity with anti-racism sentiments at the start of the final stage of the Tour. Matt Stephens will be Eurosport’s dedicated reporter on all Grand Tour coverage, bringing breaking news, updates, and interviews from inside the peloton. In an eventful stage with a thrilling finish on a brutally steep climb, there was a win for the lone survivor of the […] Rob Hatch and Dan Lloyd react to the underwhelming promised display of solidarity with anti-racism sentiments at the start of the final stage of the Tour. Sean and I looked at each other thinking, ‘This is a bit scary. Categories; Discussions; Sign in; Forum home › Road cycling forum › Pro race. View the profiles of people named Rob Hatch on Facebook. It’s f***ing Sean Kelly! "We had been led to believe that there was going to be a show of solidarity with the Black Lives Matter movement. I’d hope more than half the time that I know the answer, but I’m steering the expert the way I want them to go to explain certain things. Robert has 22 jobs listed on their profile. It was a crazy day and  the race commentated for itself, really. I think my line was, ‘I’ve never, ever seen anything like this in my life!’ [Co-commentator] Matt Stephens was on his knees laughing as Van der Poel came across the line, it was that crazy. RH: For me, there’s a sort of emergency protocol that subconsciously kicks in. And I didn’t want him to think I was crap, because he’s a nice bloke. Toggle navigation. The Cycling Podcast features regular contributions from journalists François Thomazeau, Ciro Scognamiglio, Fran Reyes and sports commentator Rob Hatch. Don't miss this unique storytelling concept and tune in this weekend. October 7 | This week’s Telegraph Cycling Podcast includes a guest appearance by David Millar, talking about his new book, The Racer, as Richard Moore, Lionel Birnie and Rob Hatch discuss the latest cycling news, from Il Lombardia, won by Vincenzo Nibali, to Marcel Kittel’s move to Etixx-QuickStep. Rob is also a professional coach, trainer, and speaker. RH: My main job as lead commentator – as well as to get the voice right and call the action and the moments right – is to get the best out of the experts I’m with. I would much prefer that duo at the Tour and Vuelta (keeping the odd input from Jon Harris Bass at grand tours). That’s bad taste.’ And I had a shouting match, in French, in the middle of the office. It will start at 3PM (BST) on April 12, and the route will be suitable for all ability categories, A – D. The ride will take approximately 40 minutes. Eurosport’s Rob Hatch and Matt Stephens will guide you through the event, doing exclusive rider interviews throughout the live broadcast. Rob Hatch sounds like a seasoned commentator of 55 but looks like a 30-year-old. Unfortunately this time it’s in rather poor taste.”, Every Re-Cycle podcast - Iconic stories, richly told, Blazin' Saddles: Review of the new cycling film, The Racer, Pogacar has 'conflicting emotions' of pipping Roglic to Tour win, © Eurosport, a Discovery Company 2021 – All rights reserved, Phenomenal Pogacar has changed cycling - Wiggins, Fearless Pogacar forced crack in Roglic's resolve. And the other was sort of between the two: semi-suspicious, bit of pity, the whole crossing to the other side of the carriage thing. They’re basic things that if you’ve just tuned in you want to know. Leading journalists reported news of an expected stance, with Orla Chennoui saying: “I understand the peloton will make some sort of gesture today against racism. Articulate, insightful, intelligent commentary enhancing my Giro viewing immensely. Millar’s book is the follow-up to his […] On the Tube, going to work, there were three types of reaction to how I looked after the crash. But I’ve got to steer him in that direction because that’s when they shine. Cyc: Fortunately it didn’t affect either of your voices. Nothing has happened so far.”. RH: Brexiters are the ones who give me crap on Twitter, about saying people’s names with the correct foreign pronunciation. Join Facebook to connect with Rob Hatch and others you may know. Team Vital Concept Cycling Club rider France's Kevin Reza waits prior to the 21st and last stage of the 107th edition of the Tour de France cycling race, 122 km between Mantes-la-Jolie and Champs Elysees Paris, on September 20, 2020. I didn’t learn a great deal, but it did give me the opportunity to have a go at broadcasting. How about a thread in praise of Rob Hatch? The Supreme 1.1 is Fuji's fastest-ever road bike, and it's just for women. I’d just done a masters degree in Madrid that was sort of run in conjunction with Eurosport. BBC Radio 5 live cycling commentator Rob Hatch "It was a dangerous situation and one that will concern riders. We’re watching images and getting quite uncomfortable with the fact they’re being broadcast. “We saw a few little bits of writing on masks, always welcome of course, things like ‘No to Racism’ and a few slogans, but I haven’t seen any solidarity shown. Rob Hatch is a freelance broadcaster that can be found commentating on cycling for Eurosport television, BBC Radio 5 Live, IMG Media and more. “Take nothing away from Pogacar and his team’s celebrations. “We’re shocked because at this point in the lead-out we were expecting to be talking about something a little bit different,” said Eurosport commentator Rob Hatch. British brand’s newest all-roader is high on versatility and fairly easy on the pocket, The Lezyne Zecto Drive Max 250 rear light is a compact, versatile, blindingly bright rear light with. However, aside from a select group of riders writing anti-racist messages on their masks before the stage, there was no sign of a clear stand during the roll-out when the television cameras were rolling, with Kevin Réza left largely on his own during the opening kilometres. So I’ll tell you again who’s in the breakaway, reiterating how many kilometres to go, what the gap is. You say it how you want – I couldn’t care less! I lost the battle and the war on that one. Photography: Sitting on the top tube to be outlawed from April, along with throwing bottles into the road, 33-year-old signs as directeur sportif for Trinty Racing after retiring from racing in 2020, Applications for two women aged between 17 and 22 to join the Škoda DSI Cycling Academy with route. I wondered what were his thoughts about that? Rob Hatch is in Mallorca, Sean Kelly is in Bath, Orla Chennaoui is in The Netherlands. We haven’t seen that, apart from a few slogans on some facemasks. Felix Lowe hooked up with Hatch for a chat about the unique challenges of 2020, some of the unforgettable memories it created and how he approach his essay in The Road Book 2020.. "We got to May and there was talk of things maybe starting up again. Is it fair to say you have a TV voice and a regular Rob Hatch voice? Mental. Get ready for a story with some incredible plot twists, featuring cameo appearances by heroes from one hundred years of cycling history. And a question of individual preference. All rights reserved. I can understand the view on censorship, but I still think that’s bad taste. “It’s much more nuanced than people think,” Hatch said. RH: We have things called ‘cue points’ in commentary where you reset the scene. Quite funny. RH: I was really nervous when I started working with him. It’s nice that you can have a relationship – I just wish people were a bit more civil and understanding. Unfortunately he loves his own voice far too much. Remember Domenico Pozzovivo going down [on Stage 3 of the 2015 Giro]? Rob Hatch and Sean Kelly in the past three Giri were fine. And the other was just before that, when Katarzyna Niewiadoma won. “I think that it’s a question of taste. On the Tube, going to work, there were three types of reaction to how I looked after the crash. yeah he is in his 30s and if you ever hear his natural accent, he sounds like a different person altogether. It is such a pleasure to listen to Rob Hatch, Matt Stephens and Brian Smith on Eurosport and Ned Boulting and David Miller on ITV4. Cycling interviews carried out live during the Giro d'Italia in 2010 & 2011, with excerpts from the Giro 2012 Presentation in Milan. I do it because I feel I have to do it. And, as Joanna Rowsell will tell you, I do tend to get animated. The commentator — the quite brilliant Rob Hatch of Eurosport — suggested it may have been an inhaler. He works with individuals, companies and organizations to help them do their work, better. If you’re editing highlights, it’s the perfect place to come back in. Cyc: What’s it like for you working with Sean Kelly? Eurosport and GCN: Carlton Kirby, Rob Hatch, Sean Kelly, Brian Smith Eurosport has had a shake-up for this year with coverage also being shared on the GCN app, though many of … When I’m not on TV, obviously. Cyclist: You seem to be recovering well after coming off your bike a few weeks ago in what your co-commentator Magnus Bäckstedt called an ‘NBF’: Nothing But Face. I think the biggest problem in our business is ego. And I hit up Rob Hatch, a commentator with Eurosport, who has previously apologized for the images he’s commentating on. How about a thread in praise of Rob Hatch? We’re not happy about it and we understand what you’re thinking at home. But we are waiting and we desperately hope that something will happen. Call him Ni-ba-li, Niba-li, whatever you want to, but why should I say it wrong? Freelance Broadcaster ~ Can be found commentating on Cycling, Volleyball, Football & more for Eurosport, IMG, BBC Radio 5Live & assorted others ~ ENG/ESP/ITA/FR. And as the riders rolled through kilometre zero and the stage officially began it become clear that no group stand was going to be forthcoming. "And aside from a word hearing that Nicolas Roche and Luke Rowe tried to organise something today, I have to say that I’m pretty indignant, angry, disgusted that nobody has shown solidarity with the man at the front (Réza) at all. I’m a Blackburn Rovers fan, but I used to watch Accrington Stanley when Blackburn played away. He reports on cycling’s largest events. Cyc: What was your favourite race you commented on last year? We still need to educate people. Our French producers will say, ‘If you don’t show it, it’s censorship.’ I’ve had this argument, going back to my work experience. From the section Cycling Rob Hatch and Rob Hayles persevere despite their desk collapsing during commentary on the final moments of stage four of … He has over 25 years experience in leading organizations and businesses as both owner and executive director. And they both happened in the one day. I’ve never had that in my life. Rob Hatch and Rob Hayles show their professionalism by carrying on with commentary at the Tour de France despite destroying their desk Stuart Clarke July 5, 2016 5:38 pm Tour de France 2016 Cyc: You’re sometimes criticised for the simplicity of the questions you ask on air. “There is a problem in the upper echelons of cycling’s management,” Eurosport commentator Rob Hatch says. Definitely posher than the one I have now. “Everybody was there at the start with the public around them, what an image that would have been in Mantes la Jolie. I’ll ask questions that people at home will think, ‘God, that’s a basic question!’. I actually reckon my accent has got broader since I moved away. Cyc: What’s the thing you’re criticised for the most? Which is bizarre! The first time I did a broadcast this posher voice came out. Facebook gives people the … Sounds like it was a rider-initiated move, in conjunction with the CPA. We do this with great authority, from the comfort of our settee, a range of drinks and snacks within our wingspan. Remember, we’re commentating from a studio in London. May 2014 edited May 2014 in Pro race. Why? Rob Hatch is the President and Co-Founder of Owner Media Group Inc. Cyc: You’re not afraid to reply to people who knock you on Twitter, are you? Three months, and basically the first day I went in I was broadcasting. RH: Mathieu van der Poel winning the Amstel Gold Race was the moment of the season. I’d like to think I don’t need the validation. The general public is becoming wiser to cycling, but we’re nowhere near as big as we think we are. The global pandemic meant Eurosport commentator Rob Hatch had to broadcast the Grand Tours from a makeshift studio at his home in Spain. Macaloon Posts: 5,545. And you think, ‘Right, what do we say here?’. It’s a performance because, if you’re going to do it properly, you need to modulate your voice, you need to work on your intonation. Cyc: During a six-hour stage you will often repeat yourself. It might annoy people, but it’s proper broadcast practice. But that’s the state the world’s in. When I spoke with Rob Hatch, Velon – an action group formed of pro-cycling teams – had just started talking about onboard cameras and putting far more infographics onscreen. Questions you ask on air start with the Tour and Vuelta ( keeping the odd input from Harris. 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