Sir Mark Cavendish: Manx Missile celebrated on home stamp set
The collection highlights significant achievements in Sir Mark Cavendish's journey as a cyclist.
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A new collection of stamps will honor some of the key achievements in the career of cycling icon Sir Mark Cavendish.
In July, the Manx Missile made history by earning his 35th stage win, making him the most successful stage winner in the Tour de France's history.
The 39-year-old will receive the Lifetime Achievement award at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year ceremony.
The Isle of Man Post Office announced that the series of eight stamps was created to honor his remarkable career.
The collection showcases several of the cyclist's notable wins.
Over a remarkable career spanning nearly twenty years, Sir Mark achieved 165 victories, culminating with a win in the last race of his career at the Tour de France Criterium held in Singapore in November.
In August, a special event was held at the National Sports Centre in Douglas, Isle of Man, to honor the remarkable achievements of the cycling legend.
The central cycle path, where Sir Mark began his competitive cycling journey as a child, will be renamed in his honor next year.
The sheetlet honors his accomplishments both on the racetrack and on the highways.
The record-setting cyclist participated in a welcome-back event in August.
The sheetlet combines three earlier stamp releases that highlight the cyclist, presenting visuals that commemorate significant moments over the years.
These achievements encompass representing the Isle of Man at the Commonwealth Games, being a member of Great Britain's Olympic team, and taking part in the Tour de France.
The collection includes information about his professional journey and notable wins.
The stamp collection takes inspiration from three earlier series that showcase the Manx Missile.
Maxine Cannon from the Isle of Man Post Office remarked that it was appropriate to celebrate the retirement of someone so iconic.
She mentioned: "As a proud Manxman, he has consistently showcased the national flag whenever he wins and has represented his country at both the Island Games and the Commonwealth Games."
The island takes great pride in Mark and all of his accomplishments.
A collection of eight stamps showcasing Sir Mark's career is set to be launched on December 30.
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