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Matt Richardson promises to cooperate with British Cycling misconduct probe

British Cycling has launched an internal investigation into Matt Richardson following allegations of serious misconduct, leading to his withdrawal from the World Track Cycling Championships in Shanghai. Richardson, who was set to compete in the event, expressed disappointment over missing the championships and acknowledged the gravity of the situation in a public statement.

He emphasized his commitment to addressing the concerns raised, particularly regarding his interactions with fellow riders, and pledged to take responsibility for any offense caused. The investigation, which comes amid reports from UK media, marks a significant development for the cyclist as he navigates the fallout from the allegations.

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