GB Academy riders Mark Christian and Joe Kelly are part of the six man endurance squad heading to Beijing to compete in the third round of the World Cup track classics. It a particular young squad throughout all disiplines but Performance Director and head of Team Sky said "“Beijing is a great opportunity for the young riders to gain competition experience at elite level, whilst allowing for our Podium athletes to focus on the next round of the World Cup in London, before travelling to Australia for the World Championships.” Good luck to Mark and Joe keep checking back as were sure to report on their success over the coming week. More from BC here