Riders sent flying in spectacular crash as Aussie avoids carnage to medal

A massive crash marred the men's 10km scratch race at the Commonwealth Games cycling event, sending multiple riders tumbling and requiring medical attention for several competitors. The incident occurred as riders vied for position with just one lap remaining in the race held at the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome.

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In racing, we're pretty used to the chaos. When you hear something like that and it's behind you, it's almost a sigh of relief, just because you're in front of it and you don't have to dodge anyone.

Seven riders were caught in the pile-up, with none of the involved cyclists able to finish the race. Among those affected, Malaysian rider New Joe Lau was carried off the track on a stretcher. Red Walters of Grenada sustained a suspected broken collarbone, and Canadian Jonathan Hinse also received medical attention before being able to leave the track.

Amidst the chaos, Australian cyclist Tom Cornish managed to skillfully avoid the carnage. His ability to stay upright allowed him to continue and ultimately secure the silver medal. England's Henry Hobbs claimed the gold medal in the event.

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So that was quite lucky. At that point, it's an all-out sprint anyway and there's not really much you can change. I was lucky to hold it up, I think.

Cornish acknowledged his good fortune, stating, "When you hear something like that and it's behind you, it's almost a sigh of relief, just because you're in front of it and you don't have to dodge anyone." He reflected on the inherent risks in professional cycling, noting that crashes are a common occurrence. "It's something we're used to. I've been doing the sport for almost 20 years and it just becomes part of it," he added.

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It's something we're used to. I've been doing the sport for almost 20 years and it just becomes part of it.