Brit-watch: There are six British riders starting today’s race, led by Olympic silver medal-winning time-triallist Anna Henderson. The 25-year-old from Hemel Hempstead will be supported by Elinor Barker, Elizabeth Holden, Josie Nelson, Claire Steels and Alice Towers.

Great Britain has sent a 55-strong team of cyclists to this year’s road and para-road events which have been taking place all week and culminate with the women’s and men’s road races today and tomorrow.

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