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What is individual pursuit in cycling?

What is individual pursuit in cycling?

The individual pursuit is a track cycling event where two cyclists begin the race from a stationary position on opposite sides of the track. It is held at over 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) for men and 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) for women.

How do you pace an individual pursuit?

The pacing strategy of individual pursuit is also critical, but ultimately the goal is to get up to speed within 1-lap, and then hold your goal pace until the finish. A quote that I use with athletes preparing for a pursuit is “It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish.”

Who is the greatest track cyclist of all time?

1. Eddie Merckx. By quite a long chalk, the most voted for cyclist as the greatest of all time is The Cannibal, Eddy Merckx.

What is the fastest cyclist speed?

A cyclist who pedalled at a speed of more than 174mph (280km/h) has finally seen his achievement recognised as a Guinness World Record.

Who is the world record holder in individual pursuit?

Filippo Ganna of Italy breaks the World Record for a second time in the same day and wins the Men’s Individual Pursuit Final.

How long is the men’s individual pursuit race?

The event is held over 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) for men and 3 kilometres (1.9 mi) for women. The two riders start at the same time and set off to complete the race distance in the fastest time.

What’s the fastest individual pursuit time in history?

Here’s a list of the fastest times in the history of the men’s event. The individual pursuit may have been pulled from the Olympic Games but the track cycling competition over four kilometres is still contested at the UCI Track World Championships, National Championships, selected World Cup rounds and other international and national competitions.

Which is an example of an individual pursuit?

The individual pursuit is a track cycling event where two cyclists begin the race from a stationary position on opposite sides of the track.