Team-mates accuse British cycling's axed golden boy Matthew Richardson of having a 'God complex' - as his girlfriend ignores drama to win at the World Championships in his absence

Matthew Richardson, a prominent British cycling athlete, has been axed from the national team following allegations of using racist language. Team-mates have accused Richardson of having a 'God complex' as part of the fallout from the controversy. Meanwhile, Richardson's girlfriend competed in his absence and won at the World Championships, drawing further attention to the situation.