British cyclist Richardson sent home from worlds over reported misconduct
LONDON: Leading British sprinter Matthew Richardson has been sent home from the world track cycling championships in Shanghai, after a media report that he had been accused of “serious misconduct.”
British sprinter Matthew Richardson has been disqualified from the world track cycling championships in Shanghai, following reports of alleged serious misconduct, according to The Times. The 27-year-old, who previously won three medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics for Australia before switching to Britain, was preparing to start the championships when he was withdrawn from the Great Britain cycling team squad, as confirmed by British Cycling on Monday.
British Cycling did not provide the reason for the decision. Allegations, reported by The Times, claim that Richardson made discriminatory remarks about ethnic minorities. Richardson, who is partnered with fellow British track star Emma Finucane, was set to compete against Dutch cyclist Harrie Lavreysen in the sprint events at the championships in Shanghai.
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