Sir Mark Cavendish was knighted by Prince William at Windsor Castle, receiving the prestigious title of Knight Commander after securing a record-breaking 35th Tour de France stage win. Despite his intention not to race in the Tour de France again, Cavendish plans to participate in other events, including the Tour de France Prudential Singapore and Saitama Criteriums. Cavendish expressed his pride and nervousness during the ceremony, highlighting his achievements and the growth of cycling in the UK. He shared his excitement about racing as a Knight Commander, emphasizing his ongoing passion for the sport. Cavendish's career includes 165 road victories, a 2011 world title, and a silver medal in the 2016 Olympics. His knighthood is part of a broader ceremony where other sports figures, including Ally McCoist and Wayne Barnes, received honors.