14 bad finish line moments
We collect together some of the more memorable pro cycling finish-line antics

Mark Cavendish wins stage two of Tour de Romandie

Odd victory celebrations, rider wardrobe malfunctions, thinking-you've-won-when-you-haven't - just a few of the cringe-worthy bike race finish-line moments that have occurred in recent memory.
Here we collect together some of the most inappropriate, misjudged, weird or offensive finishes in a rogues' gallery.
Let us know if we've missed any out.
And the classic finish line mishap...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_EaJMr26F5w
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Nigel Wynn worked as associate editor on CyclingWeekly.com, he worked almost single-handedly on the Cycling Weekly website in its early days. His passion for cycling, his writing and his creativity, as well as his hard work and dedication, were the original driving force behind the website’s success. Without him, CyclingWeekly.com would certainly not exist on the size and scale that it enjoys today. Nigel sadly passed away, following a brave battle with a cancer-related illness, in 2018. He was a highly valued colleague, and more importantly, an exceptional person to work with - his presence is sorely missed.
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