Bio

1992 Won Great Britain's first Olympic Cycling Gold in 73yrs. 2004-2012 Helped lead British Cycling to become the most successful Olympic team of all time. 2007 Co-Founded Boardman Bikes, which became the UK's fastest growing bike brand. 2018-22 Served as Active Travel and then Transport Commissioner for Greater Manchester, leading on the creation of a 1800 mile, 1.5 billion pound network plan. 2022 Leading the set up of Active Travel England, a new Goverment Arms Length Body with a 2 billion pound budget to ensure everyone in England has an attractive alternative to driving. Chair of Sport England and regular commentator for the BBC.