Jonathan Milan breaks world record

Jonathan Milan of Italy set a new world record in the men's individual pursuit during the Track Cycling World Championships in Shanghai, China. He completed the four-kilometer race in 3 minutes 58 seconds and 850 milliseconds, surpassing his own previous record set in 2024.

France secures two medals

France earned two medals on the third day of the championships. Benjamin Thomas finished second in the points race, while Étienne Oliviero won silver in the kilometer time trial. Both performances highlighted France's strong presence in track cycling.

British and Chinese success in women's events

British cyclist Anna Morris won the women's omnium, accumulating 125 points to take the title. In the women's sprint, Chinese rider Liying Yuan claimed gold, marking a significant victory for the host nation and adding to the event's local significance.

Injuries and competition highlights

A notable incident occurred when Dutch rider Lorena Wiebes suffered a severe fall and had to withdraw from the competition. Despite this, the day remained competitive, with strong performances from riders across multiple disciplines.