Daniel Kelack  

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Controversy Surrounds Matt Richardson's Nationality Change

A 25-year-old cyclist, Matt Richardson, won silver in individual sprint and keirin, and bronze in team sprint at the Paris Olympics. Following the Games, he announced a switch in national allegiance, raising concerns. AusCycling's investigation revealed he secretly coordinated this change with the UCI and British Cycling, neglecting to inform AusCycling or teammates. His actions, including attempting to take Australian team equipment post-Olympics, were deemed a conflict with the values of the Australian cycling community. Therefore, he will never be able to return to the Australian cycling team, even if he decide in the future to change his sporting nationality again.
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