Cyclist: Which events will you be aiming for at the UCI Cycling World Championships in Glasgow (3rd-13th August)?
Lora Fachie: I’m going for the kilometre pursuit on the track plus the time-trial and road race. In paracycling, we don’t race anywhere near the same length as able-bodied road racers so there’s a crossover from the pursuit.
Neil Fachie: I’m a sprinter so just the track. I’m aiming to defend my title in the 1km time-trial and sprint, and may also ride the team sprint but that’s to be confirmed. I don’t have the endurance to be anywhere near competitive on the road.
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