Shanghai:The UCI Track World Championships commenced in Shanghai, China, with UAE Team L'IMAD securing a podium finish.
According to Emirates News Agency, Ireland's Lara Gillespie earned a silver medal in the Scratch race. She narrowly missed the world title, finishing just behind the Netherlands' Lorena Wiebes in a thrilling photo finish.
Despite the challenging nature of the Scratch race, which is not her favorite, Gillespie expressed satisfaction with her performance and the achievement of winning a world silver medal.