Mark Cavendish wins London 2012 Olympics road test sprint

Mark Cavendish lays down a marker for the Olympics by claiming victory in the London 2012 road race test event.

After his win, the Isle of Man sprinter tells BBC Sport that his "incredible" team are the best cycling squad Great Britain has ever had.

GB performance director Dave Brailsford is full of praise for Cavendish and lauds the "phenomenal" crowds who he hopes will help inspire home riders to success in 2012.

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