WHAT A THREE DAYS!

The inaugural London 3 Day 2024 concluded on a high, capturing the hearts of thousands of fans who filled the Lee Valley VeloPark and tens of thousands more who tuned in to the live coverage on Cycling Weekly’s YouTube channel. The event brought together a world-class line-up, showcasing some of the best talents in track cycling and delivering a weekend of electrifying races and unforgettable moments.

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The excitement reached a crescendo on Sunday evening, where Elia Viviani and Simone Consonni clinched victory in a thrilling last minute victory from Three times world champion Roger Kluge and Theo Reinhardt. In third place Was Yoeri Havik and Britains up and coming shining star Ben Wiggins.

Chiara Consonni and Vittoria Guazzini claimed victory in the women’s event, thrilled by the unique opportunity to compete in the same format as the men’s race. Britain’s own Sophie Lewis and Maddie Leech secured second place, while Juliet Eickhof and rising superstar, multiple junior World Champion Cat Ferguson, rounded out the podium in third.

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Adding a heartfelt touch to the final day, home favourite Alex Dowsett signed off his professional cycling career with an inspiring win in the Derny Race. As he powered to victory, Dowsett was cheered on by an enthusiastic crowd who celebrated his farewell ride with a standing ovation, creating a memorable moment that embodied the spirit of The London 3 Day.

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“The energy was incredible, and the support from the crowd was unbelievable,” said Viviani, who praised both the event’s organisation and the fans’ enthusiasm. Riding his only track event this winter, Elia has already committed to return to L3D 2025.

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This year’s success not only highlighted the depth of talent on display but also underscored the dedication of the cycling community and the enthusiasm for track racing in London. The seamless coordination, vibrant atmosphere, and roaring crowd have set a new standard for the event.

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Plans for The London 3 Day 2025 are already underway, promising to be even bigger and better, with more races and new surprises for fans. After a stellar inaugural event, 2025 will build on this momentum, aiming to attract an even larger audience and push the boundaries of track racing events in the UK.

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Stay tuned as we look forward to welcoming everyone back to Lee Valley VeloPark next year for the only international televised madison racing in the UK,  The London 3 Day 2025 – an event not to be missed!

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For the FULL RESULTS of the inaugural London 3 Day - click here