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by Jack Beavis February 16, 2026

When the programme ends: Will Perrett interview, part two

In part two of our extended interview, Will Perrett reflects on the journey that took him from self-funded outsider to European medallist and World Cup winner within British Cycling’s Olympic Podium Programme – and the abrupt end that followed. Illness, self-coaching and selection pressures all shaped his time inside the system. Now, as he prepares for another National Track Championships, he speaks candidly about performance, perception and what comes next.

by Jack Beavis February 5, 2026

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Winning without the programme: Will Perrett interview, part one

British Cycling may have closed the door, but Will Perrett has never waited for permission. His National Madison triumph, achieved alongside fellow non-GB rider Logan MacLean, was a pointed statement from an athlete still operating at the highest level. In this first part of a two-part interview, Perrett discusses belief, rejection and carving out his own space in the sport.

by British Conti February 4, 2026

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After the jersey: former junior national champion Oliver Dawson on reset and return

After winning the British junior road race title in 2024, Oliver Dawson’s pathway did not follow the expected script. Speaking at the JAKROO Handsling launch, he reflects on Italy, the U23 bottleneck and the value of recalibration.

by British Conti January 26, 2026

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What does ‘ready’ look like? JAKROO Handsling and the unclear path to UCI status

The pathway to UCI Continental status exists, but for teams attempting to navigate it, the signals can feel unclear. In the first part of a two-part interview, JAKROO Handsling managers David Streule and Tony Poole discuss ambition, access and why — from their perspective — understanding readiness in British men’s road racing has been difficult.