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Rod Ellingworth (picture copyright Russell Ellis russellis.co_.uk via SWpix.com)

“I feel a real responsibility to get this right”: Former Ineos manager Rod Ellingworth named as new Tour of Britain race director

The 51-year-old, who left the British squad in November, will take on the new role as part of British Cycling’s commitment to deliver the men’s and women’s races in 2024

Wed, Mar 13, 2024 11:16

2023 Tour of Britain stage three, Olav Kooij wins again (SWpix.com/Simon Wilkinson)

British Cycling hopes to deliver Tour of Britain and women’s edition in 2024

The governing body accepted that delivering the races will be "incredibly challenging" but said there had been "positive discussions with partners" with a view to reviving the professional British racing scene after months of uncertainty

Fri, Feb 02, 2024 15:33

Tour of Britain and Women’s Tour no longer listed on UCI calendar

The owner of the Women's Tour and organiser of the Tour of Britain, SweetSpot, entered liquidation recently — British Cycling's Elite Road Racing Task Force just yesterday recommending "all efforts should be made to ensure delivery" of 2024 events

Tue, Jan 30, 2024 18:02

British racing scene is “a real struggle”, says Ineos Grenadiers manager Rod Ellingworth

“You look at British talent at the moment… it’s pretty strong, but the racing is a real struggle”

Thu, May 11, 2023 17:47

How do we save UK bike racing? SweetSpot’s PR Director on Women’s Tour cancellation and staying positive for the future

In this episode of the road.cc Podcast, Ryan talks to Peter Hodges about the state of UK bike racing, and Dave joins a mental health campaigner for a few miles of a 2000 mile bike ride across the UK

Thu, Apr 06, 2023 15:28

Pfeiffer Georgi rides on the front on stage four of the 2022 Women’s Tour (Alex Whitehead/SWpix.com)

Women’s Tour cancelled for 2023, organisers cite lack of financial backing

Week-long stage race pulled from the calendar in latest blow to British racing

Fri, Mar 31, 2023 08:56

The Women’s Tour climbs Black Mountain in 2022 (SWpix.com)

Women’s Tour launches crowdfunding campaign to cover sponsorship shortfall

Organisers SweetSpot say the initiative will help to cover the race’s “ever-increasing” organisational costs, as two-time winner Lizzie Deignan declares her support for the beleaguered event

Thu, Mar 16, 2023 12:45

Women’s Tour in danger of being cancelled as organisers make urgent plea for sponsors

Route of June’s race announced today but fears that without fresh backing it won’t take place

Thu, Mar 09, 2023 19:23

Who should sponsor the Tour of Britain?

Tour of Britain and Women’s Tour seek new title sponsor

Tue, Jan 19, 2016 13:48

Women’s pro racing ‘a rollercoaster’, says team owner

Funding difficulties and slow progress means the sport is still only making tentative steps

Sat, Jun 27, 2015 07:57