Women’s Track Endurance:
- Elinor Barker: An experienced Olympian, Elinor brings a wealth of experience and talent to the team. She previously won gold in the team pursuit at the Rio 2016 Olympics and boasts numerous World Championship titles and medals. Elinor’s experience, tactics, and physical prowess are invaluable assets for Team GB in Paris.
- Jess Roberts: A strong contender in the women’s track endurance event, Jess has demonstrated impressive performances in national and international competitions. Overcoming years of injuries, she has shown remarkable resilience and potential ahead of her first Olympics.
- Meg Barker (Travelling reserve): Meg has been a significant part of the Team Pursuit preparation, winning World and European medals along the way, highlighting her importance in the lead-up to Paris 2024.
- Anna Morris: After becoming a doctor and working through the pandemic, Anna focused on her Olympic dream and has become one of the best riders in the world at initiating the Team Pursuit. Her power and speed are crucial in getting the team up to speed. Anna is also selected for the road race, where she will play a key role in supporting the leaders in the streets of Paris.
- Zoe Backstedt (reserve): Zoe, one of the most promising talents in women’s cycling, has achieved significant success at a young age across various disciplines, including World Championships on the Road, Time Trial, and CycloCross.
- Elynor Backstedt (reserve): Elynor has shown outstanding results from national to European and World medals. Her performance on the World Tour stage makes her a brilliant domestique, often seen leading the peloton with her team role commitment.
- Owain Doull (reserve): Owain brings extensive experience to any team, with a solid track record in both track and road cycling, including a gold medal in team pursuit at the Rio 2016 Olympics. His years of experience make him a true ambassador for Welsh sport.
The full Team GB cycling squad for Paris 2024 includes:
Men’s Sprint: Jack Carlin, Hamish Turnbull, Ed Lowe, Joe Truman (reserve)
Women’s Sprint: Sophie Capewell, Emma Finucane, Katy Marchant, Lowri Thomas (reserve)
Men’s Track Endurance: Ollie Wood, Charlie Tanfield, Ethan Hayter, Ethan Vernon, Dan Bigham, Mark Stewart (reserve)
Women’s Track Endurance: Elinor Barker, Josie Knight, Anna Morris, Jess Roberts, Neah Evans, Megan Barker (reserve)
Men’s Road: Josh Tarling, Tom Pidcock, Fred Wright, Stevie Williams, Owain Doull (reserve)
Women’s Road Race: Anna Henderson, Anna Morris, Pfeiffer Georgi, Lizzie Deignan, Zoe Backstedt (reserve), Elynor Backstedt (reserve)
Women’s MTB: Evie Richards, Ella Maclean-Howell
Men’s MTB: Tom Pidcock, Charlie Tanfield
Men’s Time Trial: Ethan Hayter, Josh Tarling
Women’s Time Trial: Anna Henderson
Welsh athletes make up 27% of the Team GB cycling squad, a testament to the incredible talent, dedication, and effective Welsh pathway in place. Each of these athletes has demonstrated exceptional skill and perseverance, making them true ambassadors of Welsh cycling.
For further information, please contact communications@welshcycling.co.uk
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