British cyclist Matthew Richardson breaks his silence after being sent home from China - as Olympian girlfriend's family reveal their 'shock' at his 'misconduct' probe

British cyclist Matthew Richardson has broken his silence after being dismissed from the Cycling World Championships amid an investigation into his conduct. He said: ' I understand the seriousness of what has been raised in recent reports about my withdrawal from the 2026 UCI Track Cycling World Championships. 'British Cycling has said it looks into matters like this through its established procedures. I will co-operate fully with its processes. I assure everyone that I will do so properly, and appropriately and with contrition for the feelings of anyone who might be affected.