Cyclists finish Italian Job ride from Rome to London for Cancer Research UK

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The team received a papal blessing from the Pope before embarking on the 17-day ride.

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Tim Elliot lost his father to bowel cancer in 1995 and his mother died from liver cancer just days before he was due to start the ride. "The ride was a welcome distraction and the camaraderie among the team really helped - it was really special," he added. British Airways blamed "operating constraints" for the mistake and apologised for the impact it had on the charity event.Another group of the cyclists had earlier received aThey presented the head of the Catholic church with a personalised Cancer Research cycling jersey and he gave them encouragement for their journey.

 

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