UK Sport supports “serious” British Cycling investigation into Matt Richardson as track sprinter dropped from world championships squad amid allegations of discriminatory conduct

British track cyclist Matt Richardson, 27, has been withdrawn from Great Britain's squad for the upcoming UCI Track Cycling World Championships following allegations of serious misconduct, including reports of discriminatory conduct. British Cycling confirmed on Monday that Richardson was sent home from the team's training base in Shanghai. UK Sport has expressed support for what it described as a 'serious' investigation into the matter.