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Clancy backs City of London Nocturne to boost British cycling
Ed Clancy hopes the return of major city-centre criterium racing through the City of London Nocturne can help drive a new wave of interest in British cycling.
Roger Davies sets blindfolded unicycle world record after crash
Roger Davies overcame a painful early crash to set a new Guinness World Record for the fastest 100m on a unicycle while blindfolded at the City of London Nocturne.
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Semi-pro cyclist Tobias Dahlhaus wins inaugural Nocturne e-bike challenge
Semi-professional cyclist Tobias Dahlhaus swapped his usual race bike for an e-bike and came away victorious, winning the inaugural Voi Bike Challenge as the City of London Nocturne returned to the capital after an eight-year absence.
Morven Yeoman secures podium on City of London Nocturne return
Morven Yeoman hailed the return of the City of London Nocturne after securing third place in the iconic race's first edition since 2018.
Crash ends Sophie Lewis' City of London Nocturne challenge
Sophie Lewis hopes her bad luck is behind her after a crash brought her City of London Nocturne campaign to an abrupt end.
Neil Laughton sets 12th Guinness World Record at City of London Nocturne
Neil Laughton set his 12th Guinness World Record after riding a 13ft-tall penny farthing on stilts through the City of London.
French rider Alexandre Voisine storms to penny farthing victory in London
French penny farthing enthusiast Alexandre Voisine produced a dominant display to win the penny farthing race at the City of London Nocturne, lapping much of the field on the 1.3km city-centre circuit.
Bike designer Shaun Pirie wins Brompton race at City of London Nocturne
Brompton bike designer Shaun Pirie put his expertise to good use as he claimed victory in the Brompton Folding Bike Race at the City of London Nocturne.
Billy Cookson targets Paralympic dream after rapid rise in cycling
Cycling novice Billy Cookson is hoping his rapid rise in the sport can eventually lead to Paralympic selection.
British wildcards announced for Wimbledon 2026
Hampstead's Harriet Dart is amongst those entering the main draw
‘Winning in central London is fantastic’ - Bostock after Nocturne triumph
Matt Bostock produced a perfectly timed ride to win the inaugural City of London Nocturne men's elite race.
City of London Nocturne returns as XTX Markets claim charity race win
XTX Markets claimed victory in the Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity City Criterium as the City of London Nocturne made its long-awaited return.
Victoria Pendleton: Today’s British women sprinters have opportunities we never had
Victoria Pendleton has hailed the growth of British women’s sprint cycling since her retirement, describing the current squad led by Olympic champion Emma Finucane as “incredible” and admitting she is envious of the opportunities available to today’s riders.
City of London Nocturne returns as Olympic stars back Great Ormond Street charity race
The City of London Nocturne made its long-awaited return on Friday, with Olympic champions including Victoria Pendleton and Ed Clancy supporting a charity criterium race in aid of Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity ahead of a weekend of professional racing.
Brilliant photos show 'most patriotic estate' ahead of England vs Croatia World Cup clash
The photos are dramatic and uplifting
Kingston Council accused of 'betraying residents' trust' over huge housing plan
The plan sets out the delivery of nearly 20,000 new homes in proposed designated sites across the borough - including green belt land
Prostate cancer screening explained as Jeremy Clarkson shares diagnosis
Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men in the UK
Prince Harry and Meghan 'to bring Archie and Lilibet to UK next month'
It will be the first time the children have been to the UK in four years
Man, 75, de-arrested after woman, 70, found dead in East London home
It happened on Sunday (June 14) and police scooped up the man, 75, at the property on suspicion of murder