Mark Cavendish, one of the best road sprinters in cycling history, retired in style by winning the Tour de France Criterium in Singapore.

Mark Cavendish Legendary professional cyclist and spring specialist Sir Mark Simon Cavendish, 39, just ended his remarkable racing career in style by winning t

The 39-year-old, who holds the record for most Tour de France stage wins, pulled away after the final bend to win final race of his career.

The Singapore organisers have promoted the criterium as Cavendish’s swansong, with posts on their official Instagram page stating: “This is your last chance to witness the Manx Missile in action” and “Witness TDF’s greatest sprinter on the streets of Singapore for his last race ever. Don’t miss your chance to be part of cycling history.”

Comments from record-breaking rider had raised doubts over slated retirement but social media post now makes it clear Sunday is definitely the end

Mark Cavendish's legendary cycling career ended on a high on Sunday when he triumphed in the Tour de France Criterium in Singapore.

Sir Mark Cavendish claimed victory in his final race as a professional cyclist. The 39-year-old produced a trademark sprint finish to cross the line first in the Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium.

This weekend, Sir Mark Cavendish ended his legendary career in the most apropos way possible by winning another bunch sprint. Wearing the number 35 (more on that in a second) at this weekend’s Tour de France Criterium in Singapore,