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9 February 2026: The 2026 Lloyds National Track Championships are shaping up to be one of the most compelling domestic events in recent years, with a deep field of Britain’s best riders confirmed to race — including newly crowned European champions Matt Richardson and Anna Morris.
The championships will take place at the National Cycling Centre from 19-22 February 2026, returning to a venue that has long been the backdrop for defining moments in British track cycling.
Fresh from their European Championship success in Konya, Richardson and Morris arrive as two of the most talked-about riders in the country — not just because of results, but because of what those performances said about form, confidence and momentum at this stage of the Olympic cycle.
Richardson’s recent performances have reinforced his status as one of the most explosive sprinters in the world, while Morris has quietly established herself as a central figure in Britain’s endurance resurgence, combining power with composure under pressure.
They will be joined by a wide cross-section of Britain’s track talent, spanning sprint, endurance and para disciplines. The entry list reflects the depth of the domestic scene, with established internationals lining up alongside riders still carving out their place at national level.
For some, the Lloyds Nationals represent a chance to reaffirm status after a demanding international winter. For others, it is an opportunity to test themselves against riders they normally only watch from the infield — a moment where potential meets reality.
What makes the Nationals distinctive is not just the quality of the field, but the stakes. Results here often shape selection conversations, confidence levels and the direction of a season, even if they do not come with the global spotlight of a World Championship or Olympics.
There is also something uniquely grounding about racing nationals at this point in the year. After record-breaking performances and European titles, the track feels smaller again — familiar boards, familiar faces, and racing that strips everything back to execution.
Manchester has a way of doing that. It is a venue that rewards honesty. There is nowhere to hide, and no margin for complacency, regardless of medals won elsewhere.
With Richardson and Morris headlining a bumper entry list, the 2026 Lloyds National Track Championships promise three days of racing that matter — not just for results sheets, but for understanding where British track cycling really stands as the long road to Los Angeles continues.
This article is an independent summary of reporting originally published by British Cycling
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