Katie Archibald Wins Team Pursuit Gold in Denmark

Katie Archibald made a remarkable return to competitive cycling by helping Great Britain defend the women’s team pursuit title at the Cycling World Championships in Denmark, following a serious leg injury that sidelined her from the Paris Olympics. Archibald, who suffered a fractured tibia, fibula, dislocated ankle, and torn ligaments from a freak accident in June, expressed her joy of being back with her team, noting it felt 'very special.' Team GB also secured gold in the women’s team sprint earlier in the championships, while the men’s team pursuit finished with a silver medal after a close race against Denmark. Archibald's journey back to the track has been a challenging one, marked by physical rehabilitation and emotional struggles, particularly after the death of her partner, Rab Wardell, in 2022. Despite missing the Olympics, Archibald feels a renewed happiness on the bike, appreciating the support of her teammates and the joy of racing again. She is now focused on contributing to her team's success and moving forward with her cycling career.