UCI president Brian Cookson today confirmed that this year's edition of the Tour of Beijing (October 10-14) will be the last.
Speaking to French newspaper L'Equipe, Cookson admitted that the UCI has opted against renewing the four-year deal the governing body signed with Global Cycling Promotions (GCP) to stage the event.
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Brian Cookson should not be re-elected as UCI president following British Cycling revelations, MP claims
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