Sir Mark Cavendish’s last ever race confirmed after Tour de France heroics – but it won’t count if he wins

SIR MARK CAVENDISH has confirmed his final pro cycling race will be next month – but with no chance of increasing his awesome haul of official victories.

The Manx Missile earned a record-breaking 35th stage win in the Tour de France four months ago.

All-time great British cyclist Mark Cavendish is bowing out this yearRex GettyCavendish, pictured with wife Peta Todd, remains in serious training[/caption]

In all, the 39-year-old has 165 successes, including stage triumphs at the 2024 Tour Colombia and Tour of Hungary.