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Roswell ‘disappointed’ with British Cycling
World track champion Joanna Roswell yesterday launched a scathing attack on British Cycling for not entering a rider in the women’s time trial at the World Road Championships in Spain.
Before Tuesday’s event, British Cycling said it would not be selecting a rider to compete due to the lack of a medal prospect.
Germany’s Lisa Brennauer won the event and the former Olympic champion feels it is disappointing for Britain not to put forward a rider.
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