Mark Cavendish, the celebrated British sprinter, announced his retirement from professional cycling via Instagram before his final race at the Critérium du Tour de France in Singapore. The 39-year-old has enjoyed a remarkable career since 2005, setting a record with 35 stage wins in the Tour de France, overtaking cycling legend Eddy Merckx. With 165 career victories, including a World Championship title and an Olympic silver medal, Cavendish reflects on nearly two decades in the sport, expressing gratitude for his journey and anticipation for the next chapter of his life.