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Team GB Women’s Cycling Trio Wins Historic Olympic Gold

Emma Finucane, Katy Marchant, and Sophie Capewell break world records to secure Britain’s first Olympic medal in the women’s team sprint.

  • The trio shattered the world record three times in one day to clinch the gold medal.
  • The Duchess of Edinburgh celebrated the victory in the stands, sharing the moment on social media.
  • Emma Finucane emerged as a breakout star, with further medal prospects in the individual sprint and Keirin events.
  • Katy Marchant, a new mother, and Sophie Capewell, who dedicated her win to her late father, played crucial roles.
  • This victory marks the beginning of what could be a successful run for Team GB in track cycling at the Paris Olympics.
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