Mark Cavendish

What's in a name? For Mark Cavendish, it's a lot. The British cyclist has been racing professionally since 2005, and in that time he has become one of the most successful sprinters in the world. He has won stages in all three Grand Tours (the Tour de France, the Giro d'Italia, and the Vuelta a España), as well as multiple one-day classics.
Cavendish is known for his explosive sprint, which has earned him the nickname "The Manx Missile." He is also a fierce competitor, and he is not afraid to speak his mind. This has sometimes led him into trouble, but it has also made him one of the most popular riders in the peloton.
Off the bike, Cavendish is a devoted family man. He is married to Peta Todd, and the couple have two children, Delilah and Freyja. Cavendish is also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness, and he has spoken openly about his own struggles with depression.
In 2021, Cavendish made a remarkable comeback after a serious crash in the Tour de France. He won four stages in the race, and he wore the green jersey for the points classification. This performance was all the more impressive given that Cavendish was 36 years old at the time.
Cavendish is now in the twilight of his career, but he is still one of the best sprinters in the world. He is a true legend of the sport, and he will be remembered as one of the greatest cyclists of all time.
Cavendish's Early Life
Mark Cavendish was born on May 21, 1985, in Douglas, Isle of Man. He is the son of David and Adele Cavendish. Cavendish has two older sisters, Laura and Rachel.
Cavendish began racing at a young age, and he quickly showed promise as a sprinter. He won multiple national championships in his age group, and he was selected to represent Great Britain at the Junior World Championships.
Cavendish's Professional Career
Cavendish turned professional in 2005 with the Team Barloworld team. He won his first professional race in 2006, and he went on to win multiple stages in the Tour de France, the Giro d'Italia, and the Vuelta a España.
In 2011, Cavendish joined the HTC-Highroad team. He won 15 stages in the Tour de France that year, and he wore the green jersey for the points classification. Cavendish also won the World Road Race Championships in 2011.
Cavendish has continued to perform at a high level throughout his career. He has won multiple stages in all three Grand Tours, as well as multiple one-day classics. He is one of the most successful sprinters in the world.
Cavendish's Personal Life
Cavendish is married to Peta Todd. The couple have two children, Delilah and Freyja. Cavendish is also a passionate advocate for mental health awareness. He has spoken openly about his own struggles with depression.
Cavendish's Legacy
Cavendish is one of the greatest cyclists of all time. He has won multiple stages in all three Grand Tours, as well as multiple one-day classics. He is a true legend of the sport.