Britain's star cyclist - one half of GB's golden couple - is SENT HOME from World Championships in China over 'misconduct'

Richardson, 27, switched allegiance from Australia to Britain after the last Olympics and had been expected to secure three medals in China this week after declaring himself the fastest cyclist in history. In a statement sent to Daily Mail Sport, a British Cycling spokesperson said: 'British Cycling can confirm that Matt Richardson has been withdrawn from the Great Britain Cycling Team squad for the upcoming 2026 Tissot UCI Track Cycling World Championships in Shanghai, China.' When approached by Daily Mail Sport about the misconduct allegations which are believed to have prompted Richardson's withdrawal, the organisation added that they would not…