2016 UCI Track Cycling World Championships
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The 2016 UCI Track Cycling World Championships were the World Championships for track cycling in 2016. They took place in London in the Lee Valley VeloPark from 2–6 March 2016.[1]
Quick Facts Venue, Date(s) ...
Venue | London, Great Britain |
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Date(s) | 2–6 March |
Velodrome | Lee Valley VeloPark |
Nations participating | 45 |
Cyclists participating | 390 |
Events | 19 |
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As the last major track cycling event prior to the 2016 Summer Olympics, the championships were particularly important for cyclists and national teams aiming to qualify for the track cycling competitions at Rio 2016.[2][3] Hosts Great Britain finished top of the medals table with five gold, one silver and three bronze medals.