Paralympic champion Darke is “truly inspirational”

Following Karen Darke’s victory in the H1-2-3 time trial in Rio this afternoon, British Cycling president Bob Howden has released a statement.

Howden commented: “Karen is a truly inspirational character, and I’m delighted that she has now added a Paralympic title to her extraordinary list of achievements. Her performances in a British jersey down the years have been wonderful, and she has once again done herself and her country proud.”