Lizzie Deignan delighted to get Great Britain call

The 2015 world champion has endured a tough return to racing since the season resumed, crashing at both Strade Bianche and the Giro dell’Emilia.

But the 31-year-old will headline the women’s squad in Plouay when racing begins on August 24, and will be joined by Alice and Hannah Barnes as well as Lizzy Banks in the women’s road race on August 27.

“Having the opportunity to represent my country is always special and I’m looking forward to meeting up with my Great Britain Cycling Team team-mates for next week’s race,” said Deignan.

“I’m recovering from crashes at Strade Bianchi and Giro dell’Emilia and I’m excited to race again. Plus it’s a course I know and love as we return to Plouay.”

Alex Dowsett and Tom Pidcock lead a youthful men’s squad which also includes Gabz Cullaigh, Ethan Hayter, Matt Holmes, Scott Thwaites, Matt Walls and Fred Wright.