Sports · 30 August 2026

Tom Pidcock dedicates mountain bike world title to Fin Tarling after death

British cyclist Tom Pidcock won his second cross-country world title in Italy, finishing 17 seconds ahead of team-mate Charlie Aldridge. He emotionally dedicated his win to 19-year-old Fin Tarling, another British cyclist who died earlier this month after an accident. Pidcock, a two-time Olympic champion, added this title to his 2023 victory.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 August 2026 at 19:18

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