Alfred Cannan pays tribute to Sir Mark Cavendish after 35th TdF win
The chief minister has described Mark Cavendish’s history making ride at the Tour de France as an ‘incredible achievement’.
The ‘Manx Missile’ became the most successful rider in the event’s history yesterday (3 July) after taking his 35th victory.
And this was the moment it happened - the final, and perhaps most frantic, minute of yesterday’s fifth stage:
After crossing the finish line, Sir Mark - who was knighted as part of the King's Birthday Honours last month - was delighted:
Cycling commentator Phil Liggett coined the ‘Manx Missile’ nickname – he spoke to NBC after the race:
"If I speak too long, I'm going to cry"@PhilLiggett #TDF2024 @MarkCavendish
— NBC Sports Cycling (@NBCSCycling) July 3, 2024
After coining the "Manx Missile" nickname and commentating all 35 of Mark Cavendish's Tour de France stage wins, Phil Liggett reflects on the moment. pic.twitter.com/ert2aSG7mF
Back on the Island and Onchan MHK Julie Edge has suggested she’d like to see a statue of the famous Manxman erected.
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