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Pidcock and Backstedt lead Great Britain at Road World Championships

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Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Pidcock and Backstedt lead Great Britain at Road World Championships
Summary

Tom Pidcock and Zoe Backstedt will spearhead Great Britain's efforts at the Road World Championships in Montreal, Canada, scheduled for September 20-27. Pidcock leads the men's road race team, while Backstedt is expected to compete strongly in the time trial, having previously won the Under-23 title. The championships also feature elite teams across various categories, including the defending champion in the men's time trial, Remco Evenepoel. British Cycling performance director Stephen Park emphasized the competitive nature of the squad and the growing prominence of British riders internationally.

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By the Numbers
  • •Road World Championships run from September 20-27 in Montreal.
  • •Pidcock is leading the men's road race team.
  • •Backstedt steps up to elite level after winning Under-23 title.
  • •Defending champion Remco Evenepoel favored in men's time trial.
  • •Full squads include multiple categories from junior to elite.
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  • 12:31 PMYahoo Sports — Pidcock and Backstedt lead GB at Road Worlds
  • 12:31 PMBBC Sport — Pidcock and Backstedt lead GB at Road Worlds
What they're saying
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Great Britain's best cycling talents including Tom Pidcock and Zoe Backstedt will lead the charge at the Road World Championships - live on the BBC.

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Great Britain's best cycling talents including Tom Pidcock and Zoe Backstedt will lead the charge at the Road World Championships - live on the BBC.

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