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Archibald retires from cycling after falling 'in love' with nursing

BBC News · May 12, 2026, 7:11 AM

Key takeaways

  • Katie Archibald is one of the most decorated British cyclists
  • Three-time Olympic medallist Katie Archibald has retired from cycling - despite being previously chosen for Scotland's 2026 Commonwealth Games team - having "fallen in love" with her new career as a nurse.
  • The 32-year-old leaves the Great Britain Cycling Team as a current world and European champion, as well as being part of the women's team pursuit squad who hold the world record.

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Katie Archibald is one of the most decorated British cyclists

Three-time Olympic medallist Katie Archibald has retired from cycling - despite being previously chosen for Scotland's 2026 Commonwealth Games team - having "fallen in love" with her new career as a nurse.

The 32-year-old leaves the Great Britain Cycling Team as a current world and European champion, as well as being part of the women's team pursuit squad who hold the world record.

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