'There aren't many places you can pull on a skinsuit and just hurt yourself': Josh Tarling praises UK time trialling as data shows rising average age

19-year-old TT star talks up the UK scene, but Spindata figures show 'inexorable' age increase in riders

Josh Tarling time trialling at Glasgow Worlds
Tarling hurting himself, not on a Wednesday night - at the World Championships in Glasgow
(Image credit: Getty Images)

Ineos Grenadiers time trialling star Josh Tarling has been singing the praises of the UK scene, following his bronze medal in the World Championship time trial behind Remco Evenepoel and Filippo Ganna.

"I always loved it, and my dad used to do it… I think it's such an advantage that you can get from the UK," he said.

Thank you for reading 20 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access

Enjoy your first month for just £1 / $1 / €1

*Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription

Join now for unlimited access

Try first month for just £1 / $1 / €1