Deignan to take sporting director role at GB cycling
Former world champion Lizzie Deignan returns to Great Britain's cycling team in a sporting director role which "will play a pivotal role in supporting the road squad at major events through to the LA 2028 Olympic Games".
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"I'm excited about the opportunity to work with a strong and talented group of riders."
— Lizzie Deignan , Athlete
"Bringing Lizzie into the team is a real coup."
— Matt Brammeier , Executive
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Former world champion Lizzie Deignan returns to Great Britain's cycling team in a sporting director role which "will play a pivotal role in supporting the road squad at major events through to the LA 2028 Olympic Games".
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