Matthew Glaetzer takes World Cup bronze at first race since cancer diagnosis
The Australian had surgery to remove a throat tumour one month ago
Track cycling
Track is one of the purest forms of bike racing. With no brakes, gears or potholes to worry about, all a track rider needs to concentrate on is beating their opponents. It is an ideal place for a young cyclist to start as a banked cycling track provides a traffic and pedestrian free environment on which to learn key cycling skills and tactics.
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There are many different types of races on the track – several of which are explained in our guide to track racing – all of which will be classified as either a sprint or endurance event. Like road cycling, it means there’s a race to suit every type of rider – except climbers.
Although track racing doesn’t have the major annual events like the Tour de France to boost its appeal, it is the cornerstone of cycling in the Olympic movement with events such as the team pursuit and sprint dating back to the the early 19 hundreds. The International calendar of World Cups runs through the winter, culminating with the world championships in February or March, while events on outdoor tracks continue through the summer, making it a year-round sport.
Key riders: Laura Trott (GBR) | Jason Kenny (GBR) | Sir Bradley Wiggins (GBR) | Anna Meares (AUS) | Francois Pervis (FRA)
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Mark Cavendish’s chances of riding Olympics are diminishing, says British Cycling coach
Mark Cavendish’s chances of making it to the Olympics are diminishing, according to the head coach at British Cycling.
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Chris Hoy says Katie Archibald can win three gold medals at Tokyo 2020
Archibald already has one gold, taken in the Team Pursuit at Rio 2016
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Triple Olympic medallist Steven Burke announces his retirement
Multiple Olympic medallist Steven Burke MBE has announced his retirement from the Great Britain squad.
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Great Britain top medal table with two silvers on final day of Glasgow Track World Cup
Silver medals in the Women's Madison and Men's Omnium helped GB secure the overall title in Glasgow
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Track cyclist Matthew Glaetzer recovering from cancer surgery
The Australian received a shock diagnosis after doctors investigated his complaint of a sore neck
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Australians investigating new pedalling techniques to improve aerodynamics ahead of Tokyo 2020 Olympics
The research being conducted by Australia is considered a world first
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Katy Marchant snatches gold in Women's Keirin at Glasgow Track World Cup
The Brit beat her German rival by the smallest of margins
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Great Britain take Women's Team Pursuit gold on opening night of Glasgow Track World Cup
They recorded the fastest time in this Olympic cycle and the fourth-quickest of all time
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Mark Cavendish and Owain Doull narrowly miss overall victory as Brits dominate women’s podium at Six Day London
Mark Cavendish and Owain Doull narrowly missed out on overall victory at Six Day London in the nail-biting final race.
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Mark Cavendish and Owain Doull take Madison victory on second night of Six Day London
Mark Cavendish continued his winning streak at Six Day London, taking victory in the Madison with team-mate Owain Doull.
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Mark Cavendish powers past Caleb Ewan to take Derny victory on opening night of Six Day London
Mark Cavendish soared past Caleb Ewan to take victory in the 40 lap derny on the first evening of racing at Six Day London.
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London Six Day 2019: Everything you need to know
Six Day cycling starts at the Olympic velodrome on Tuesday and here is your guide to the action
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Transgender athlete Rachel McKinnon defends track world title
Transgender athlete Rachel McKinnon successfully defended her track World Championship title in Manchester.
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Meet Joe Truman, the only British keirin rider in Japan
Joe Truman has been the only British keirin rider racing in Japan for the past couple of years. We caught up with him to hear all about his experience and how his focus now is on the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
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Laura Kenny and Katie Archibald take Madison silver at European Track Championships
Michael Mørkøv was part of the Danish duo who took victory in the men's race
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Britain strike gold again in women’s team pursuit at UEC European Track Championships 2019
The second day of the UEC European Track Championships 2019 marked more success for the British squad, with the women’s team pursuit outfit taking gold.
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'Preventing trans women from competing is denying their human rights’: Transgender athlete Rachel McKinnon returns to defend track world title
Rachel McKinnon said it is a human right for transgender athletes to take part in competitive sport, as she looks to defend her track world title.
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Emily Nelson takes first gold medal for GB as Elia Viviani also claims title at 2019 UEC Track Championships
Emily Nelson took the first gold medal for the British team at the 2019 UEC European Track Championships, as Elia Viviani also took a title on the opening day of racing.
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European Track Championships: race schedule and how to watch
Eurosport will be showing extensive coverage of the European Track Championships over the next five days
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Mark Cavendish adds Ghent Six Day to his track comeback
Mark Cavendish will continue his track cycling comeback at the Ghent Six Day next month.
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Mark Cavendish returns to Six Day London
Mark Cavendish will make his return to the track at the Six Day London later this year.
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Elia Viviani will make track return at Six Day London
Elia Viviani will make his track return at the Six Day London later this year.
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UCI releases update on track cycling reforms but still hasn't responded to concerned trade teams
The UCI has released further details for its track cycling shake-up, but still hasn’t addressed concerns raised by trade teams.
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Dutch track team launches petition opposing UCI plans to bar trade squads from World Cups
A Dutch track team have joined the fight against the UCI plans to bar trade outfits from World Cup events.
