Conor Dunne says ‘racing bikes was an adventure he’ll never forget’ as he retires at 27

The towering Irishman leaves the sport after winning a national title and riding two Grand Tours

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Conor Dunne said “racing bikes was an adventure he’ll never forget” as he announced his retirement from racing, aged 27.

Irishman Dunne, the tallest rider in the pro peloton, has been through a turbulent period in recent years after the collapse of his Aqua Blue Sport team and last minute signing to Israel Cycling Academy for 2019.

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