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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Baroness Sue Campbell – Chair of UK Sport, 2003-2013</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's personal integrity, alongside his commitment and dedication to his sport has been absolutely key in transforming the UCI over the last four years. I have no hesitation in supporting his re-election for a second term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Bob Howden – President &amp; Jonathan Browning – Chairman, British Cycling</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his time as President of British Cycling our federation developed from being a body in crisis to a turnaround success story. The success came not just in terms of medals won, but in levels of participation, in the bringing of major events to our shores and by inspiring Britons to fall in love with the sport. British Cycling wholeheartedly recommends Brian Cookson for re-election as the UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Osama Al Shafar – President, Asian Cycling Confederation and UAE Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at the ACC support you in your endeavour to continue the process of transformation of UCI and also your special attention towards the Asian Continent in its march towards propagation and excellence at all levels of this wonderful sport of cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Michael P. Plant – UCI Management Committee Member and 1980 Olympian</image:title>
      <image:caption>Your daily focus and objective is driven by what you can do to make us better and stronger by working in concert with the athletes, key stakeholders, membership, federations, Management Team and staff. Your professional approach, respect for those who interact with you and commitment to do the right thing has helped our organization achieve new levels of success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Tracey Gaudry – President Oceania Cycling Confederation &amp; Vice President UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>The progress we have made under Brian's presidency has been extensive and includes professionalising the sport for women across all disciplines, promoting the increased participation of women and girls in cycling as a sport and activity, and furthering the involvement of women throughout the governance, administration and delivery of the sport.  </image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Harald Tiedeman Hansen – President Norwegian Cycling Federation and Member UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>We’ve made great progress across the board, including in the sphere of technology where we’ve transformed the UCI from a conservative federation to one that embraces and promotes progress. I look forward to supporting him during his second mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - John Tolkamp – President, Cycling Canada</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian's leadership the UCI has taken great steps to restore the integrity of the sport, stabilize its operations and most importantly grow all aspects of the sport globally in a sustainable manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - William Newman – President, Cycling South Africa</image:title>
      <image:caption>I'm sure another four years as UCI President will result in more great things for track cycling, and for African cycling across all disciplines.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Michel Thioub – President, Senegal Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Four years ago, I had chosen Brian, and I am pleased to see that he has provided unwavering support for the development of African Cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Federico Moreira – Presidente, Federación Ciclista Uruguaya</image:title>
      <image:caption>On behalf of the Federación Ciclista Uruguaya, I wish to say that, under Brian Cookson’s leadership, cycling’s reputation has been restored and the interests of Latin American nations have been better addressed than ever before.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Robert Farrier – President, Trinidad &amp; Tobago Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian’s stewardship, the UCI will continue to make great strides in improving the Sport of cycling, its athletes and administrators on a global scale.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian has been credible in the fight against doping and for an open and transparent association. It should also be emphasized that, with the participation of all the key players, he has taken the initiative to adapt cycling to the current conditions and needs, globally and in a timely manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Captain Sawadogo – President, Burkina Faso Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We have indeed read your manifesto and we appreciate its true value. It is with pleasure that we will see you re-elected head of world cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Mabrouk Kerboua – President of the Algerian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Our federation adheres perfectly to your cycling development strategy and we thank you for all the renewal you have made during the last four years in cycling, throughout the world.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Madis Lepajõe – Former President, Estonian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>He is a leader who believes in democracy. Brian talks to people and listens their opinions even if they are by far different of his own views. He is convinced that cycling needs continuous development and new ideas to attract all generations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Sergey Bubka – IOC Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I find it very good for the development and adaptation of sport to the realities of modern life and respect Brian’s willingness to contribute in this way to the Olympic movement and cycling in particular.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Peter King – Chief Executive Officer, British Cycling Federation, 1997 to 2008</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transformation of any complex organisation is a long-term task and to complete Brian’s manifesto to modernise, develop and enhance both the UCI and World cycling requires a second term. I support Brian and wish him well in his campaign for re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Ricardo Nogare – Brazil, Member of the UCI Mass Participation Commission</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian has been a very good President for Latin America and for cycling across the world. We especially appreciated all the work he put in to ensure the cycling events at the Rio Olympic Games were a big success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Lord Sebastian Coe – President IAAF, and former Chairman British Olympic Association</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian became President of Cycling at a particularly challenging time for the sport. He has brought a real sense of purpose and re-direction to the sport and I am very happy to support his ambitions to serve a further term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Sir Philip Craven MBE – President of the International Paralympic Committee &amp; International Olympic Committee Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I am happy to support his candidacy for a second term as UCI President being sure that he will have more time to take Para cycling forward to a new level of development within the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Travis Tygart – CEO, United States Anti-Doping Agency</image:title>
      <image:caption>The way UCI conducts itself in anti-doping has been completely transformed since 2013. It has earned itself the reputation of highly competent and trusted partner, a model for other sports.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Peter Nicholson – Cycling Independent Reform Commission (CIRC) Member and WADA expert</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's clarity of vision and his unswerving determination to attack doping issues in the sport were central to the CIRC's capacity to operate independently and with a broad mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Andy Parkinson – Former CEO, UK Anti-Doping</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known him for many years and he has always operated with the best interests of the sport at heart. Since moving to the UCI, the same principles have applied and the UCI is now a trusted ally in the fight against doping, committed to the protection of all athletes in the sport, and a strong advocate for the type of governance required from such organisations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Rod Carr – UK Sport Chair 2013 – 2017 and UK Sport Board Member 2003 – 2017</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known Brian for many years and have respect for his achievements.  Initially as Chair of British Cycling, overseeing the Olympic and Paralympic medal success, and more recently as President of the UCI where he has shown strong leadership in implementing important and necessary reforms.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Sir Hugh Robertson – Chairman of the British Olympic Association (and previously UK Minister for Sport and the Olympics 2010 – 2013)</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his first term as President, Brian has shown the leadership necessary to reform the sport and restore its reputation. I very much hope that he is given a second term to finish this vital task.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Cedric Vasseur – Professional Cyclist 1993 - 2007, Tour de France stage winner and yellow jersey, now TV commentator</image:title>
      <image:caption>I congratulate Brian Cookson and his team very warmly for all the actions they have undertaken over the past 4 years. Brian has reinvigorated each cycling discipline and great progress has been made in many areas.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Dirk Craen – President, European University</image:title>
      <image:caption>It has been a pleasure to see the progress in the UCI over the last four years, and the European University was delighted to award Brian the Degree of Doctor of Civil Laws, Honoris Causa, in recognition of his achievements.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Robbert de Kock – President and CEO WFSGI-World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian’s natural leadership has led to new visions and his sensible and balanced decisions have seen engagement with all stakeholders. His main focus always is to improve the conditions for the riders.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Scott Kaylin – Co-founder and President at Champion System</image:title>
      <image:caption>The UCI, under Brian's leadership, has made great progress in growing the sport of cycling worldwide. He recognizes the value and need to work with the broad stakeholders and has been proactive in collaborating with industry to ensure their needs and concerns are incorporated as cycling develops further.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Jaimie Fuller – Executive Chairman, Skins</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cycling has had a difficult history with doping, particularly within the tenure of the previous two Presidents. Brian has, in his current term as President, rebuilt the bridges with the World Anti-Doping Agency and the anti-doping community as a whole and made administrative changes to ensure the independence of anti-doping administration and sanction.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Monica Santini – Managing Director, Santini Maglificio Sportivo</image:title>
      <image:caption>I can state in all honesty that this current administration under the stewardship of Mr. Cookson has brought about truly positive and progressive advancements that have had wide ranging benefits for the world of cycling, aspects that I feel will only continue to grow with his re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Kristin Klein – President, Amgen Tour of California and Executive Vice President, AEG</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian’s vision for a strong international cycling organization supporting men’s and women’s platforms has not only helped us to raise the profile of our race but has helped the sport of cycling reach new levels of success across numerous measurable categories and revenue streams.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Michael S. Gollner – Executive Chairman, Madison Sports Group</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at Madison Sports Group are trying to modernize and improve upon our version of track cycling through our Six Day Series. I have therefore observed with awe the significant improvements you at the UCI have implemented into track cycling over time and I saw the Hong Kong event was a delightful manifestation of that progression.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Alain Bovay – Deputy and Mayor, St-Légier-La Chiésaz</image:title>
      <image:caption>Since your arrival in the region of the Canton of Vaud, you made contacts promptly and your first-class work on the field has significantly paid off. I appreciate your unwavering commitment to the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Sir Gary Verity – CEO Welcome to Yorkshire</image:title>
      <image:caption>Having strong and enlightened leadership at the top of cycling’s world governing body is imperative for the future success of our sport. Without the right leadership, we wouldn't have invested and developed the Tour de Yorkshire into something special, or joined with partners to bid for the UCI's flagship event the road world championship to be held in Yorkshire in 2019.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Gallery OG - Rochelle Gilmore – Wiggle High5 General Manager</image:title>
      <image:caption>Since Brian Cookson was elected as president of the UCI I have observed a significant, and rapid development in Women’s Cycling. Honouring his election platform for the development of Women’s Cycling Brian has worked tirelessly in his commitment to better our sport.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>With Czeslaw Lang at the start of the Tour of Poland Sportive. One of the hardest sportives, lots of climbs, I suffered all day.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's personal integrity, alongside his commitment and dedication to his sport has been absolutely key in transforming the UCI over the last four years. I have no hesitation in supporting his re-election for a second term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Bob Howden – President &amp; Jonathan Browning – Chairman, British Cycling</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his time as President of British Cycling our federation developed from being a body in crisis to a turnaround success story. The success came not just in terms of medals won, but in levels of participation, in the bringing of major events to our shores and by inspiring Britons to fall in love with the sport. British Cycling wholeheartedly recommends Brian Cookson for re-election as the UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>We at the ACC support you in your endeavour to continue the process of transformation of UCI and also your special attention towards the Asian Continent in its march towards propagation and excellence at all levels of this wonderful sport of cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Your daily focus and objective is driven by what you can do to make us better and stronger by working in concert with the athletes, key stakeholders, membership, federations, Management Team and staff. Your professional approach, respect for those who interact with you and commitment to do the right thing has helped our organization achieve new levels of success.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>The progress we have made under Brian's presidency has been extensive and includes professionalising the sport for women across all disciplines, promoting the increased participation of women and girls in cycling as a sport and activity, and furthering the involvement of women throughout the governance, administration and delivery of the sport.  </image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Harald Tiedeman Hansen – President Norwegian Cycling Federation and Member UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>We’ve made great progress across the board, including in the sphere of technology where we’ve transformed the UCI from a conservative federation to one that embraces and promotes progress. I look forward to supporting him during his second mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - John Tolkamp – President, Cycling Canada</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian's leadership the UCI has taken great steps to restore the integrity of the sport, stabilize its operations and most importantly grow all aspects of the sport globally in a sustainable manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - William Newman – President, Cycling South Africa</image:title>
      <image:caption>I'm sure another four years as UCI President will result in more great things for track cycling, and for African cycling across all disciplines.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Michel Thioub – President, Senegal Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Four years ago, I had chosen Brian, and I am pleased to see that he has provided unwavering support for the development of African Cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Federico Moreira – Presidente, Federación Ciclista Uruguaya</image:title>
      <image:caption>On behalf of the Federación Ciclista Uruguaya, I wish to say that, under Brian Cookson’s leadership, cycling’s reputation has been restored and the interests of Latin American nations have been better addressed than ever before.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Robert Farrier – President, Trinidad &amp; Tobago Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian’s stewardship, the UCI will continue to make great strides in improving the Sport of cycling, its athletes and administrators on a global scale.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian has been credible in the fight against doping and for an open and transparent association. It should also be emphasized that, with the participation of all the key players, he has taken the initiative to adapt cycling to the current conditions and needs, globally and in a timely manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Captain Sawadogo – President, Burkina Faso Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We have indeed read your manifesto and we appreciate its true value. It is with pleasure that we will see you re-elected head of world cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Mabrouk Kerboua – President of the Algerian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Our federation adheres perfectly to your cycling development strategy and we thank you for all the renewal you have made during the last four years in cycling, throughout the world.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Madis Lepajõe – Former President, Estonian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>He is a leader who believes in democracy. Brian talks to people and listens their opinions even if they are by far different of his own views. He is convinced that cycling needs continuous development and new ideas to attract all generations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Sergey Bubka – IOC Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I find it very good for the development and adaptation of sport to the realities of modern life and respect Brian’s willingness to contribute in this way to the Olympic movement and cycling in particular.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Peter King – Chief Executive Officer, British Cycling Federation, 1997 to 2008</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transformation of any complex organisation is a long-term task and to complete Brian’s manifesto to modernise, develop and enhance both the UCI and World cycling requires a second term. I support Brian and wish him well in his campaign for re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Ricardo Nogare – Brazil, Member of the UCI Mass Participation Commission</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian has been a very good President for Latin America and for cycling across the world. We especially appreciated all the work he put in to ensure the cycling events at the Rio Olympic Games were a big success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Lord Sebastian Coe – President IAAF, and former Chairman British Olympic Association</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian became President of Cycling at a particularly challenging time for the sport. He has brought a real sense of purpose and re-direction to the sport and I am very happy to support his ambitions to serve a further term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Sir Philip Craven MBE – President of the International Paralympic Committee &amp; International Olympic Committee Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I am happy to support his candidacy for a second term as UCI President being sure that he will have more time to take Para cycling forward to a new level of development within the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Travis Tygart – CEO, United States Anti-Doping Agency</image:title>
      <image:caption>The way UCI conducts itself in anti-doping has been completely transformed since 2013. It has earned itself the reputation of highly competent and trusted partner, a model for other sports.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Peter Nicholson – Cycling Independent Reform Commission (CIRC) Member and WADA expert</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's clarity of vision and his unswerving determination to attack doping issues in the sport were central to the CIRC's capacity to operate independently and with a broad mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Andy Parkinson – Former CEO, UK Anti-Doping</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known him for many years and he has always operated with the best interests of the sport at heart. Since moving to the UCI, the same principles have applied and the UCI is now a trusted ally in the fight against doping, committed to the protection of all athletes in the sport, and a strong advocate for the type of governance required from such organisations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Rod Carr – UK Sport Chair 2013 – 2017 and UK Sport Board Member 2003 – 2017</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known Brian for many years and have respect for his achievements.  Initially as Chair of British Cycling, overseeing the Olympic and Paralympic medal success, and more recently as President of the UCI where he has shown strong leadership in implementing important and necessary reforms.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Sir Hugh Robertson – Chairman of the British Olympic Association (and previously UK Minister for Sport and the Olympics 2010 – 2013)</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his first term as President, Brian has shown the leadership necessary to reform the sport and restore its reputation. I very much hope that he is given a second term to finish this vital task.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Cedric Vasseur – Professional Cyclist 1993 - 2007, Tour de France stage winner and yellow jersey, now TV commentator</image:title>
      <image:caption>I congratulate Brian Cookson and his team very warmly for all the actions they have undertaken over the past 4 years. Brian has reinvigorated each cycling discipline and great progress has been made in many areas.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Dirk Craen – President, European University</image:title>
      <image:caption>It has been a pleasure to see the progress in the UCI over the last four years, and the European University was delighted to award Brian the Degree of Doctor of Civil Laws, Honoris Causa, in recognition of his achievements.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Robbert de Kock – President and CEO WFSGI-World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian’s natural leadership has led to new visions and his sensible and balanced decisions have seen engagement with all stakeholders. His main focus always is to improve the conditions for the riders.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Scott Kaylin – Co-founder and President at Champion System</image:title>
      <image:caption>The UCI, under Brian's leadership, has made great progress in growing the sport of cycling worldwide. He recognizes the value and need to work with the broad stakeholders and has been proactive in collaborating with industry to ensure their needs and concerns are incorporated as cycling develops further.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Jaimie Fuller – Executive Chairman, Skins</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cycling has had a difficult history with doping, particularly within the tenure of the previous two Presidents. Brian has, in his current term as President, rebuilt the bridges with the World Anti-Doping Agency and the anti-doping community as a whole and made administrative changes to ensure the independence of anti-doping administration and sanction.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Monica Santini – Managing Director, Santini Maglificio Sportivo</image:title>
      <image:caption>I can state in all honesty that this current administration under the stewardship of Mr. Cookson has brought about truly positive and progressive advancements that have had wide ranging benefits for the world of cycling, aspects that I feel will only continue to grow with his re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Kristin Klein – President, Amgen Tour of California and Executive Vice President, AEG</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian’s vision for a strong international cycling organization supporting men’s and women’s platforms has not only helped us to raise the profile of our race but has helped the sport of cycling reach new levels of success across numerous measurable categories and revenue streams.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Michael S. Gollner – Executive Chairman, Madison Sports Group</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at Madison Sports Group are trying to modernize and improve upon our version of track cycling through our Six Day Series. I have therefore observed with awe the significant improvements you at the UCI have implemented into track cycling over time and I saw the Hong Kong event was a delightful manifestation of that progression.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Alain Bovay – Deputy and Mayor, St-Légier-La Chiésaz</image:title>
      <image:caption>Since your arrival in the region of the Canton of Vaud, you made contacts promptly and your first-class work on the field has significantly paid off. I appreciate your unwavering commitment to the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Sir Gary Verity – CEO Welcome to Yorkshire</image:title>
      <image:caption>Having strong and enlightened leadership at the top of cycling’s world governing body is imperative for the future success of our sport. Without the right leadership, we wouldn't have invested and developed the Tour de Yorkshire into something special, or joined with partners to bid for the UCI's flagship event the road world championship to be held in Yorkshire in 2019.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Biography OG - Rochelle Gilmore – Wiggle High5 General Manager</image:title>
      <image:caption>Since Brian Cookson was elected as president of the UCI I have observed a significant, and rapid development in Women’s Cycling. Honouring his election platform for the development of Women’s Cycling Brian has worked tirelessly in his commitment to better our sport.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Baroness Sue Campbell – Chair of UK Sport, 2003-2013</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's personal integrity, alongside his commitment and dedication to his sport has been absolutely key in transforming the UCI over the last four years. I have no hesitation in supporting his re-election for a second term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Bob Howden – President &amp; Jonathan Browning – Chairman, British Cycling</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his time as President of British Cycling our federation developed from being a body in crisis to a turnaround success story. The success came not just in terms of medals won, but in levels of participation, in the bringing of major events to our shores and by inspiring Britons to fall in love with the sport. British Cycling wholeheartedly recommends Brian Cookson for re-election as the UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Osama Al Shafar – President, Asian Cycling Confederation and UAE Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at the ACC support you in your endeavour to continue the process of transformation of UCI and also your special attention towards the Asian Continent in its march towards propagation and excellence at all levels of this wonderful sport of cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Michael P. Plant – UCI Management Committee Member and 1980 Olympian</image:title>
      <image:caption>Your daily focus and objective is driven by what you can do to make us better and stronger by working in concert with the athletes, key stakeholders, membership, federations, Management Team and staff. Your professional approach, respect for those who interact with you and commitment to do the right thing has helped our organization achieve new levels of success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Tracey Gaudry – President Oceania Cycling Confederation &amp; Vice President UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>The progress we have made under Brian's presidency has been extensive and includes professionalising the sport for women across all disciplines, promoting the increased participation of women and girls in cycling as a sport and activity, and furthering the involvement of women throughout the governance, administration and delivery of the sport.  </image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Harald Tiedeman Hansen – President Norwegian Cycling Federation and Member UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>We’ve made great progress across the board, including in the sphere of technology where we’ve transformed the UCI from a conservative federation to one that embraces and promotes progress. I look forward to supporting him during his second mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - John Tolkamp – President, Cycling Canada</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian's leadership the UCI has taken great steps to restore the integrity of the sport, stabilize its operations and most importantly grow all aspects of the sport globally in a sustainable manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - William Newman – President, Cycling South Africa</image:title>
      <image:caption>I'm sure another four years as UCI President will result in more great things for track cycling, and for African cycling across all disciplines.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Michel Thioub – President, Senegal Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Four years ago, I had chosen Brian, and I am pleased to see that he has provided unwavering support for the development of African Cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Federico Moreira – Presidente, Federación Ciclista Uruguaya</image:title>
      <image:caption>On behalf of the Federación Ciclista Uruguaya, I wish to say that, under Brian Cookson’s leadership, cycling’s reputation has been restored and the interests of Latin American nations have been better addressed than ever before.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Robert Farrier – President, Trinidad &amp; Tobago Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian’s stewardship, the UCI will continue to make great strides in improving the Sport of cycling, its athletes and administrators on a global scale.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian has been credible in the fight against doping and for an open and transparent association. It should also be emphasized that, with the participation of all the key players, he has taken the initiative to adapt cycling to the current conditions and needs, globally and in a timely manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Captain Sawadogo – President, Burkina Faso Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We have indeed read your manifesto and we appreciate its true value. It is with pleasure that we will see you re-elected head of world cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Mabrouk Kerboua – President of the Algerian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Our federation adheres perfectly to your cycling development strategy and we thank you for all the renewal you have made during the last four years in cycling, throughout the world.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Madis Lepajõe – Former President, Estonian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>He is a leader who believes in democracy. Brian talks to people and listens their opinions even if they are by far different of his own views. He is convinced that cycling needs continuous development and new ideas to attract all generations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Sergey Bubka – IOC Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I find it very good for the development and adaptation of sport to the realities of modern life and respect Brian’s willingness to contribute in this way to the Olympic movement and cycling in particular.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Peter King – Chief Executive Officer, British Cycling Federation, 1997 to 2008</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transformation of any complex organisation is a long-term task and to complete Brian’s manifesto to modernise, develop and enhance both the UCI and World cycling requires a second term. I support Brian and wish him well in his campaign for re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Ricardo Nogare – Brazil, Member of the UCI Mass Participation Commission</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian has been a very good President for Latin America and for cycling across the world. We especially appreciated all the work he put in to ensure the cycling events at the Rio Olympic Games were a big success.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian became President of Cycling at a particularly challenging time for the sport. He has brought a real sense of purpose and re-direction to the sport and I am very happy to support his ambitions to serve a further term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Sir Philip Craven MBE – President of the International Paralympic Committee &amp; International Olympic Committee Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I am happy to support his candidacy for a second term as UCI President being sure that he will have more time to take Para cycling forward to a new level of development within the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Travis Tygart – CEO, United States Anti-Doping Agency</image:title>
      <image:caption>The way UCI conducts itself in anti-doping has been completely transformed since 2013. It has earned itself the reputation of highly competent and trusted partner, a model for other sports.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Peter Nicholson – Cycling Independent Reform Commission (CIRC) Member and WADA expert</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's clarity of vision and his unswerving determination to attack doping issues in the sport were central to the CIRC's capacity to operate independently and with a broad mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Andy Parkinson – Former CEO, UK Anti-Doping</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known him for many years and he has always operated with the best interests of the sport at heart. Since moving to the UCI, the same principles have applied and the UCI is now a trusted ally in the fight against doping, committed to the protection of all athletes in the sport, and a strong advocate for the type of governance required from such organisations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Rod Carr – UK Sport Chair 2013 – 2017 and UK Sport Board Member 2003 – 2017</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known Brian for many years and have respect for his achievements.  Initially as Chair of British Cycling, overseeing the Olympic and Paralympic medal success, and more recently as President of the UCI where he has shown strong leadership in implementing important and necessary reforms.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Sir Hugh Robertson – Chairman of the British Olympic Association (and previously UK Minister for Sport and the Olympics 2010 – 2013)</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his first term as President, Brian has shown the leadership necessary to reform the sport and restore its reputation. I very much hope that he is given a second term to finish this vital task.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Cedric Vasseur – Professional Cyclist 1993 - 2007, Tour de France stage winner and yellow jersey, now TV commentator</image:title>
      <image:caption>I congratulate Brian Cookson and his team very warmly for all the actions they have undertaken over the past 4 years. Brian has reinvigorated each cycling discipline and great progress has been made in many areas.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Dirk Craen – President, European University</image:title>
      <image:caption>It has been a pleasure to see the progress in the UCI over the last four years, and the European University was delighted to award Brian the Degree of Doctor of Civil Laws, Honoris Causa, in recognition of his achievements.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Robbert de Kock – President and CEO WFSGI-World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian’s natural leadership has led to new visions and his sensible and balanced decisions have seen engagement with all stakeholders. His main focus always is to improve the conditions for the riders.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Scott Kaylin – Co-founder and President at Champion System</image:title>
      <image:caption>The UCI, under Brian's leadership, has made great progress in growing the sport of cycling worldwide. He recognizes the value and need to work with the broad stakeholders and has been proactive in collaborating with industry to ensure their needs and concerns are incorporated as cycling develops further.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Jaimie Fuller – Executive Chairman, Skins</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cycling has had a difficult history with doping, particularly within the tenure of the previous two Presidents. Brian has, in his current term as President, rebuilt the bridges with the World Anti-Doping Agency and the anti-doping community as a whole and made administrative changes to ensure the independence of anti-doping administration and sanction.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Monica Santini – Managing Director, Santini Maglificio Sportivo</image:title>
      <image:caption>I can state in all honesty that this current administration under the stewardship of Mr. Cookson has brought about truly positive and progressive advancements that have had wide ranging benefits for the world of cycling, aspects that I feel will only continue to grow with his re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Kristin Klein – President, Amgen Tour of California and Executive Vice President, AEG</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian’s vision for a strong international cycling organization supporting men’s and women’s platforms has not only helped us to raise the profile of our race but has helped the sport of cycling reach new levels of success across numerous measurable categories and revenue streams.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Michael S. Gollner – Executive Chairman, Madison Sports Group</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at Madison Sports Group are trying to modernize and improve upon our version of track cycling through our Six Day Series. I have therefore observed with awe the significant improvements you at the UCI have implemented into track cycling over time and I saw the Hong Kong event was a delightful manifestation of that progression.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Alain Bovay – Deputy and Mayor, St-Légier-La Chiésaz</image:title>
      <image:caption>Since your arrival in the region of the Canton of Vaud, you made contacts promptly and your first-class work on the field has significantly paid off. I appreciate your unwavering commitment to the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Introduction - Sir Gary Verity – CEO Welcome to Yorkshire</image:title>
      <image:caption>Having strong and enlightened leadership at the top of cycling’s world governing body is imperative for the future success of our sport. Without the right leadership, we wouldn't have invested and developed the Tour de Yorkshire into something special, or joined with partners to bid for the UCI's flagship event the road world championship to be held in Yorkshire in 2019.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Since Brian Cookson was elected as president of the UCI I have observed a significant, and rapid development in Women’s Cycling. Honouring his election platform for the development of Women’s Cycling Brian has worked tirelessly in his commitment to better our sport.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Baroness Sue Campbell – Chair of UK Sport, 2003-2013</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's personal integrity, alongside his commitment and dedication to his sport has been absolutely key in transforming the UCI over the last four years. I have no hesitation in supporting his re-election for a second term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Bob Howden – President &amp; Jonathan Browning – Chairman, British Cycling</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his time as President of British Cycling our federation developed from being a body in crisis to a turnaround success story. The success came not just in terms of medals won, but in levels of participation, in the bringing of major events to our shores and by inspiring Britons to fall in love with the sport. British Cycling wholeheartedly recommends Brian Cookson for re-election as the UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Osama Al Shafar – President, Asian Cycling Confederation and UAE Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at the ACC support you in your endeavour to continue the process of transformation of UCI and also your special attention towards the Asian Continent in its march towards propagation and excellence at all levels of this wonderful sport of cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Michael P. Plant – UCI Management Committee Member and 1980 Olympian</image:title>
      <image:caption>Your daily focus and objective is driven by what you can do to make us better and stronger by working in concert with the athletes, key stakeholders, membership, federations, Management Team and staff. Your professional approach, respect for those who interact with you and commitment to do the right thing has helped our organization achieve new levels of success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Tracey Gaudry – President Oceania Cycling Confederation &amp; Vice President UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>The progress we have made under Brian's presidency has been extensive and includes professionalising the sport for women across all disciplines, promoting the increased participation of women and girls in cycling as a sport and activity, and furthering the involvement of women throughout the governance, administration and delivery of the sport.  </image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Harald Tiedeman Hansen – President Norwegian Cycling Federation and Member UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>We’ve made great progress across the board, including in the sphere of technology where we’ve transformed the UCI from a conservative federation to one that embraces and promotes progress. I look forward to supporting him during his second mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Under Brian's leadership the UCI has taken great steps to restore the integrity of the sport, stabilize its operations and most importantly grow all aspects of the sport globally in a sustainable manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>I'm sure another four years as UCI President will result in more great things for track cycling, and for African cycling across all disciplines.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Four years ago, I had chosen Brian, and I am pleased to see that he has provided unwavering support for the development of African Cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>On behalf of the Federación Ciclista Uruguaya, I wish to say that, under Brian Cookson’s leadership, cycling’s reputation has been restored and the interests of Latin American nations have been better addressed than ever before.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Under Brian’s stewardship, the UCI will continue to make great strides in improving the Sport of cycling, its athletes and administrators on a global scale.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian has been credible in the fight against doping and for an open and transparent association. It should also be emphasized that, with the participation of all the key players, he has taken the initiative to adapt cycling to the current conditions and needs, globally and in a timely manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Captain Sawadogo – President, Burkina Faso Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We have indeed read your manifesto and we appreciate its true value. It is with pleasure that we will see you re-elected head of world cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Mabrouk Kerboua – President of the Algerian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Our federation adheres perfectly to your cycling development strategy and we thank you for all the renewal you have made during the last four years in cycling, throughout the world.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Madis Lepajõe – Former President, Estonian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>He is a leader who believes in democracy. Brian talks to people and listens their opinions even if they are by far different of his own views. He is convinced that cycling needs continuous development and new ideas to attract all generations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Sergey Bubka – IOC Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I find it very good for the development and adaptation of sport to the realities of modern life and respect Brian’s willingness to contribute in this way to the Olympic movement and cycling in particular.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Peter King – Chief Executive Officer, British Cycling Federation, 1997 to 2008</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transformation of any complex organisation is a long-term task and to complete Brian’s manifesto to modernise, develop and enhance both the UCI and World cycling requires a second term. I support Brian and wish him well in his campaign for re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Ricardo Nogare – Brazil, Member of the UCI Mass Participation Commission</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian has been a very good President for Latin America and for cycling across the world. We especially appreciated all the work he put in to ensure the cycling events at the Rio Olympic Games were a big success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Lord Sebastian Coe – President IAAF, and former Chairman British Olympic Association</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian became President of Cycling at a particularly challenging time for the sport. He has brought a real sense of purpose and re-direction to the sport and I am very happy to support his ambitions to serve a further term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Sir Philip Craven MBE – President of the International Paralympic Committee &amp; International Olympic Committee Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I am happy to support his candidacy for a second term as UCI President being sure that he will have more time to take Para cycling forward to a new level of development within the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Travis Tygart – CEO, United States Anti-Doping Agency</image:title>
      <image:caption>The way UCI conducts itself in anti-doping has been completely transformed since 2013. It has earned itself the reputation of highly competent and trusted partner, a model for other sports.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's clarity of vision and his unswerving determination to attack doping issues in the sport were central to the CIRC's capacity to operate independently and with a broad mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>I have known him for many years and he has always operated with the best interests of the sport at heart. Since moving to the UCI, the same principles have applied and the UCI is now a trusted ally in the fight against doping, committed to the protection of all athletes in the sport, and a strong advocate for the type of governance required from such organisations.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>I have known Brian for many years and have respect for his achievements.  Initially as Chair of British Cycling, overseeing the Olympic and Paralympic medal success, and more recently as President of the UCI where he has shown strong leadership in implementing important and necessary reforms.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Sir Hugh Robertson – Chairman of the British Olympic Association (and previously UK Minister for Sport and the Olympics 2010 – 2013)</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his first term as President, Brian has shown the leadership necessary to reform the sport and restore its reputation. I very much hope that he is given a second term to finish this vital task.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>I congratulate Brian Cookson and his team very warmly for all the actions they have undertaken over the past 4 years. Brian has reinvigorated each cycling discipline and great progress has been made in many areas.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>It has been a pleasure to see the progress in the UCI over the last four years, and the European University was delighted to award Brian the Degree of Doctor of Civil Laws, Honoris Causa, in recognition of his achievements.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian’s natural leadership has led to new visions and his sensible and balanced decisions have seen engagement with all stakeholders. His main focus always is to improve the conditions for the riders.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Scott Kaylin – Co-founder and President at Champion System</image:title>
      <image:caption>The UCI, under Brian's leadership, has made great progress in growing the sport of cycling worldwide. He recognizes the value and need to work with the broad stakeholders and has been proactive in collaborating with industry to ensure their needs and concerns are incorporated as cycling develops further.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Cycling has had a difficult history with doping, particularly within the tenure of the previous two Presidents. Brian has, in his current term as President, rebuilt the bridges with the World Anti-Doping Agency and the anti-doping community as a whole and made administrative changes to ensure the independence of anti-doping administration and sanction.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Plan and vision - Monica Santini – Managing Director, Santini Maglificio Sportivo</image:title>
      <image:caption>I can state in all honesty that this current administration under the stewardship of Mr. Cookson has brought about truly positive and progressive advancements that have had wide ranging benefits for the world of cycling, aspects that I feel will only continue to grow with his re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian’s vision for a strong international cycling organization supporting men’s and women’s platforms has not only helped us to raise the profile of our race but has helped the sport of cycling reach new levels of success across numerous measurable categories and revenue streams.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>We at Madison Sports Group are trying to modernize and improve upon our version of track cycling through our Six Day Series. I have therefore observed with awe the significant improvements you at the UCI have implemented into track cycling over time and I saw the Hong Kong event was a delightful manifestation of that progression.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Since your arrival in the region of the Canton of Vaud, you made contacts promptly and your first-class work on the field has significantly paid off. I appreciate your unwavering commitment to the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Having strong and enlightened leadership at the top of cycling’s world governing body is imperative for the future success of our sport. Without the right leadership, we wouldn't have invested and developed the Tour de Yorkshire into something special, or joined with partners to bid for the UCI's flagship event the road world championship to be held in Yorkshire in 2019.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Since Brian Cookson was elected as president of the UCI I have observed a significant, and rapid development in Women’s Cycling. Honouring his election platform for the development of Women’s Cycling Brian has worked tirelessly in his commitment to better our sport.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's personal integrity, alongside his commitment and dedication to his sport has been absolutely key in transforming the UCI over the last four years. I have no hesitation in supporting his re-election for a second term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Bob Howden – President &amp; Jonathan Browning – Chairman, British Cycling</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his time as President of British Cycling our federation developed from being a body in crisis to a turnaround success story. The success came not just in terms of medals won, but in levels of participation, in the bringing of major events to our shores and by inspiring Britons to fall in love with the sport. British Cycling wholeheartedly recommends Brian Cookson for re-election as the UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Osama Al Shafar – President, Asian Cycling Confederation and UAE Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at the ACC support you in your endeavour to continue the process of transformation of UCI and also your special attention towards the Asian Continent in its march towards propagation and excellence at all levels of this wonderful sport of cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Michael P. Plant – UCI Management Committee Member and 1980 Olympian</image:title>
      <image:caption>Your daily focus and objective is driven by what you can do to make us better and stronger by working in concert with the athletes, key stakeholders, membership, federations, Management Team and staff. Your professional approach, respect for those who interact with you and commitment to do the right thing has helped our organization achieve new levels of success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Tracey Gaudry – President Oceania Cycling Confederation &amp; Vice President UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>The progress we have made under Brian's presidency has been extensive and includes professionalising the sport for women across all disciplines, promoting the increased participation of women and girls in cycling as a sport and activity, and furthering the involvement of women throughout the governance, administration and delivery of the sport.  </image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Harald Tiedeman Hansen – President Norwegian Cycling Federation and Member UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>We’ve made great progress across the board, including in the sphere of technology where we’ve transformed the UCI from a conservative federation to one that embraces and promotes progress. I look forward to supporting him during his second mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - John Tolkamp – President, Cycling Canada</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian's leadership the UCI has taken great steps to restore the integrity of the sport, stabilize its operations and most importantly grow all aspects of the sport globally in a sustainable manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - William Newman – President, Cycling South Africa</image:title>
      <image:caption>I'm sure another four years as UCI President will result in more great things for track cycling, and for African cycling across all disciplines.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Michel Thioub – President, Senegal Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Four years ago, I had chosen Brian, and I am pleased to see that he has provided unwavering support for the development of African Cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Federico Moreira – Presidente, Federación Ciclista Uruguaya</image:title>
      <image:caption>On behalf of the Federación Ciclista Uruguaya, I wish to say that, under Brian Cookson’s leadership, cycling’s reputation has been restored and the interests of Latin American nations have been better addressed than ever before.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Robert Farrier – President, Trinidad &amp; Tobago Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian’s stewardship, the UCI will continue to make great strides in improving the Sport of cycling, its athletes and administrators on a global scale.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian has been credible in the fight against doping and for an open and transparent association. It should also be emphasized that, with the participation of all the key players, he has taken the initiative to adapt cycling to the current conditions and needs, globally and in a timely manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Captain Sawadogo – President, Burkina Faso Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We have indeed read your manifesto and we appreciate its true value. It is with pleasure that we will see you re-elected head of world cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Mabrouk Kerboua – President of the Algerian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Our federation adheres perfectly to your cycling development strategy and we thank you for all the renewal you have made during the last four years in cycling, throughout the world.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Madis Lepajõe – Former President, Estonian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>He is a leader who believes in democracy. Brian talks to people and listens their opinions even if they are by far different of his own views. He is convinced that cycling needs continuous development and new ideas to attract all generations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Sergey Bubka – IOC Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I find it very good for the development and adaptation of sport to the realities of modern life and respect Brian’s willingness to contribute in this way to the Olympic movement and cycling in particular.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Transformation of any complex organisation is a long-term task and to complete Brian’s manifesto to modernise, develop and enhance both the UCI and World cycling requires a second term. I support Brian and wish him well in his campaign for re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Ricardo Nogare – Brazil, Member of the UCI Mass Participation Commission</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian has been a very good President for Latin America and for cycling across the world. We especially appreciated all the work he put in to ensure the cycling events at the Rio Olympic Games were a big success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Lord Sebastian Coe – President IAAF, and former Chairman British Olympic Association</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian became President of Cycling at a particularly challenging time for the sport. He has brought a real sense of purpose and re-direction to the sport and I am very happy to support his ambitions to serve a further term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Sir Philip Craven MBE – President of the International Paralympic Committee &amp; International Olympic Committee Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I am happy to support his candidacy for a second term as UCI President being sure that he will have more time to take Para cycling forward to a new level of development within the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Travis Tygart – CEO, United States Anti-Doping Agency</image:title>
      <image:caption>The way UCI conducts itself in anti-doping has been completely transformed since 2013. It has earned itself the reputation of highly competent and trusted partner, a model for other sports.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Peter Nicholson – Cycling Independent Reform Commission (CIRC) Member and WADA expert</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's clarity of vision and his unswerving determination to attack doping issues in the sport were central to the CIRC's capacity to operate independently and with a broad mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Andy Parkinson – Former CEO, UK Anti-Doping</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known him for many years and he has always operated with the best interests of the sport at heart. Since moving to the UCI, the same principles have applied and the UCI is now a trusted ally in the fight against doping, committed to the protection of all athletes in the sport, and a strong advocate for the type of governance required from such organisations.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>I have known Brian for many years and have respect for his achievements.  Initially as Chair of British Cycling, overseeing the Olympic and Paralympic medal success, and more recently as President of the UCI where he has shown strong leadership in implementing important and necessary reforms.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>During his first term as President, Brian has shown the leadership necessary to reform the sport and restore its reputation. I very much hope that he is given a second term to finish this vital task.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Cedric Vasseur – Professional Cyclist 1993 - 2007, Tour de France stage winner and yellow jersey, now TV commentator</image:title>
      <image:caption>I congratulate Brian Cookson and his team very warmly for all the actions they have undertaken over the past 4 years. Brian has reinvigorated each cycling discipline and great progress has been made in many areas.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>It has been a pleasure to see the progress in the UCI over the last four years, and the European University was delighted to award Brian the Degree of Doctor of Civil Laws, Honoris Causa, in recognition of his achievements.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian’s natural leadership has led to new visions and his sensible and balanced decisions have seen engagement with all stakeholders. His main focus always is to improve the conditions for the riders.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Scott Kaylin – Co-founder and President at Champion System</image:title>
      <image:caption>The UCI, under Brian's leadership, has made great progress in growing the sport of cycling worldwide. He recognizes the value and need to work with the broad stakeholders and has been proactive in collaborating with industry to ensure their needs and concerns are incorporated as cycling develops further.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Jaimie Fuller – Executive Chairman, Skins</image:title>
      <image:caption>Cycling has had a difficult history with doping, particularly within the tenure of the previous two Presidents. Brian has, in his current term as President, rebuilt the bridges with the World Anti-Doping Agency and the anti-doping community as a whole and made administrative changes to ensure the independence of anti-doping administration and sanction.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Monica Santini – Managing Director, Santini Maglificio Sportivo</image:title>
      <image:caption>I can state in all honesty that this current administration under the stewardship of Mr. Cookson has brought about truly positive and progressive advancements that have had wide ranging benefits for the world of cycling, aspects that I feel will only continue to grow with his re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Kristin Klein – President, Amgen Tour of California and Executive Vice President, AEG</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian’s vision for a strong international cycling organization supporting men’s and women’s platforms has not only helped us to raise the profile of our race but has helped the sport of cycling reach new levels of success across numerous measurable categories and revenue streams.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Michael S. Gollner – Executive Chairman, Madison Sports Group</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at Madison Sports Group are trying to modernize and improve upon our version of track cycling through our Six Day Series. I have therefore observed with awe the significant improvements you at the UCI have implemented into track cycling over time and I saw the Hong Kong event was a delightful manifestation of that progression.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Alain Bovay – Deputy and Mayor, St-Légier-La Chiésaz</image:title>
      <image:caption>Since your arrival in the region of the Canton of Vaud, you made contacts promptly and your first-class work on the field has significantly paid off. I appreciate your unwavering commitment to the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Manifesto | Six point plan to keep cycling growing globally - Sir Gary Verity – CEO Welcome to Yorkshire</image:title>
      <image:caption>Having strong and enlightened leadership at the top of cycling’s world governing body is imperative for the future success of our sport. Without the right leadership, we wouldn't have invested and developed the Tour de Yorkshire into something special, or joined with partners to bid for the UCI's flagship event the road world championship to be held in Yorkshire in 2019.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Since Brian Cookson was elected as president of the UCI I have observed a significant, and rapid development in Women’s Cycling. Honouring his election platform for the development of Women’s Cycling Brian has worked tirelessly in his commitment to better our sport.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Baroness Sue Campbell – Chair of UK Sport, 2003-2013</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's personal integrity, alongside his commitment and dedication to his sport has been absolutely key in transforming the UCI over the last four years. I have no hesitation in supporting his re-election for a second term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Bob Howden – President &amp; Jonathan Browning – Chairman, British Cycling</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his time as President of British Cycling our federation developed from being a body in crisis to a turnaround success story. The success came not just in terms of medals won, but in levels of participation, in the bringing of major events to our shores and by inspiring Britons to fall in love with the sport. British Cycling wholeheartedly recommends Brian Cookson for re-election as the UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Osama Al Shafar – President, Asian Cycling Confederation and UAE Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We at the ACC support you in your endeavour to continue the process of transformation of UCI and also your special attention towards the Asian Continent in its march towards propagation and excellence at all levels of this wonderful sport of cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Michael P. Plant – UCI Management Committee Member and 1980 Olympian</image:title>
      <image:caption>Your daily focus and objective is driven by what you can do to make us better and stronger by working in concert with the athletes, key stakeholders, membership, federations, Management Team and staff. Your professional approach, respect for those who interact with you and commitment to do the right thing has helped our organization achieve new levels of success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Tracey Gaudry – President Oceania Cycling Confederation &amp; Vice President UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>The progress we have made under Brian's presidency has been extensive and includes professionalising the sport for women across all disciplines, promoting the increased participation of women and girls in cycling as a sport and activity, and furthering the involvement of women throughout the governance, administration and delivery of the sport.  </image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Harald Tiedeman Hansen – President Norwegian Cycling Federation and Member UCI Management Committee</image:title>
      <image:caption>We’ve made great progress across the board, including in the sphere of technology where we’ve transformed the UCI from a conservative federation to one that embraces and promotes progress. I look forward to supporting him during his second mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - John Tolkamp – President, Cycling Canada</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian's leadership the UCI has taken great steps to restore the integrity of the sport, stabilize its operations and most importantly grow all aspects of the sport globally in a sustainable manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - William Newman – President, Cycling South Africa</image:title>
      <image:caption>I'm sure another four years as UCI President will result in more great things for track cycling, and for African cycling across all disciplines.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Michel Thioub – President, Senegal Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Four years ago, I had chosen Brian, and I am pleased to see that he has provided unwavering support for the development of African Cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Federico Moreira – Presidente, Federación Ciclista Uruguaya</image:title>
      <image:caption>On behalf of the Federación Ciclista Uruguaya, I wish to say that, under Brian Cookson’s leadership, cycling’s reputation has been restored and the interests of Latin American nations have been better addressed than ever before.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Robert Farrier – President, Trinidad &amp; Tobago Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Under Brian’s stewardship, the UCI will continue to make great strides in improving the Sport of cycling, its athletes and administrators on a global scale.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Swiss Cycling</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian has been credible in the fight against doping and for an open and transparent association. It should also be emphasized that, with the participation of all the key players, he has taken the initiative to adapt cycling to the current conditions and needs, globally and in a timely manner.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Captain Sawadogo – President, Burkina Faso Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>We have indeed read your manifesto and we appreciate its true value. It is with pleasure that we will see you re-elected head of world cycling.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Mabrouk Kerboua – President of the Algerian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>Our federation adheres perfectly to your cycling development strategy and we thank you for all the renewal you have made during the last four years in cycling, throughout the world.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Madis Lepajõe – Former President, Estonian Cycling Federation</image:title>
      <image:caption>He is a leader who believes in democracy. Brian talks to people and listens their opinions even if they are by far different of his own views. He is convinced that cycling needs continuous development and new ideas to attract all generations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Sergey Bubka – IOC Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I find it very good for the development and adaptation of sport to the realities of modern life and respect Brian’s willingness to contribute in this way to the Olympic movement and cycling in particular.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Peter King – Chief Executive Officer, British Cycling Federation, 1997 to 2008</image:title>
      <image:caption>Transformation of any complex organisation is a long-term task and to complete Brian’s manifesto to modernise, develop and enhance both the UCI and World cycling requires a second term. I support Brian and wish him well in his campaign for re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Ricardo Nogare – Brazil, Member of the UCI Mass Participation Commission</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian has been a very good President for Latin America and for cycling across the world. We especially appreciated all the work he put in to ensure the cycling events at the Rio Olympic Games were a big success.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Lord Sebastian Coe – President IAAF, and former Chairman British Olympic Association</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian became President of Cycling at a particularly challenging time for the sport. He has brought a real sense of purpose and re-direction to the sport and I am very happy to support his ambitions to serve a further term as UCI President.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Sir Philip Craven MBE – President of the International Paralympic Committee &amp; International Olympic Committee Member</image:title>
      <image:caption>I am happy to support his candidacy for a second term as UCI President being sure that he will have more time to take Para cycling forward to a new level of development within the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Travis Tygart – CEO, United States Anti-Doping Agency</image:title>
      <image:caption>The way UCI conducts itself in anti-doping has been completely transformed since 2013. It has earned itself the reputation of highly competent and trusted partner, a model for other sports.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Peter Nicholson – Cycling Independent Reform Commission (CIRC) Member and WADA expert</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian Cookson's clarity of vision and his unswerving determination to attack doping issues in the sport were central to the CIRC's capacity to operate independently and with a broad mandate.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Andy Parkinson – Former CEO, UK Anti-Doping</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known him for many years and he has always operated with the best interests of the sport at heart. Since moving to the UCI, the same principles have applied and the UCI is now a trusted ally in the fight against doping, committed to the protection of all athletes in the sport, and a strong advocate for the type of governance required from such organisations.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Rod Carr – UK Sport Chair 2013 – 2017 and UK Sport Board Member 2003 – 2017</image:title>
      <image:caption>I have known Brian for many years and have respect for his achievements.  Initially as Chair of British Cycling, overseeing the Olympic and Paralympic medal success, and more recently as President of the UCI where he has shown strong leadership in implementing important and necessary reforms.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Sir Hugh Robertson – Chairman of the British Olympic Association (and previously UK Minister for Sport and the Olympics 2010 – 2013)</image:title>
      <image:caption>During his first term as President, Brian has shown the leadership necessary to reform the sport and restore its reputation. I very much hope that he is given a second term to finish this vital task.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Cedric Vasseur – Professional Cyclist 1993 - 2007, Tour de France stage winner and yellow jersey, now TV commentator</image:title>
      <image:caption>I congratulate Brian Cookson and his team very warmly for all the actions they have undertaken over the past 4 years. Brian has reinvigorated each cycling discipline and great progress has been made in many areas.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Dirk Craen – President, European University</image:title>
      <image:caption>It has been a pleasure to see the progress in the UCI over the last four years, and the European University was delighted to award Brian the Degree of Doctor of Civil Laws, Honoris Causa, in recognition of his achievements.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Robbert de Kock – President and CEO WFSGI-World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry</image:title>
      <image:caption>Brian’s natural leadership has led to new visions and his sensible and balanced decisions have seen engagement with all stakeholders. His main focus always is to improve the conditions for the riders.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Scott Kaylin – Co-founder and President at Champion System</image:title>
      <image:caption>The UCI, under Brian's leadership, has made great progress in growing the sport of cycling worldwide. He recognizes the value and need to work with the broad stakeholders and has been proactive in collaborating with industry to ensure their needs and concerns are incorporated as cycling develops further.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Cycling has had a difficult history with doping, particularly within the tenure of the previous two Presidents. Brian has, in his current term as President, rebuilt the bridges with the World Anti-Doping Agency and the anti-doping community as a whole and made administrative changes to ensure the independence of anti-doping administration and sanction.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>I can state in all honesty that this current administration under the stewardship of Mr. Cookson has brought about truly positive and progressive advancements that have had wide ranging benefits for the world of cycling, aspects that I feel will only continue to grow with his re-election.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Brian’s vision for a strong international cycling organization supporting men’s and women’s platforms has not only helped us to raise the profile of our race but has helped the sport of cycling reach new levels of success across numerous measurable categories and revenue streams.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>We at Madison Sports Group are trying to modernize and improve upon our version of track cycling through our Six Day Series. I have therefore observed with awe the significant improvements you at the UCI have implemented into track cycling over time and I saw the Hong Kong event was a delightful manifestation of that progression.</image:caption>
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      <image:title>Achievements OG - Alain Bovay – Deputy and Mayor, St-Légier-La Chiésaz</image:title>
      <image:caption>Since your arrival in the region of the Canton of Vaud, you made contacts promptly and your first-class work on the field has significantly paid off. I appreciate your unwavering commitment to the UCI.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Having strong and enlightened leadership at the top of cycling’s world governing body is imperative for the future success of our sport. Without the right leadership, we wouldn't have invested and developed the Tour de Yorkshire into something special, or joined with partners to bid for the UCI's flagship event the road world championship to be held in Yorkshire in 2019.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Since Brian Cookson was elected as president of the UCI I have observed a significant, and rapid development in Women’s Cycling. Honouring his election platform for the development of Women’s Cycling Brian has worked tirelessly in his commitment to better our sport.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>After receiving the OBE in 2008, with my wife Siân.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Peter King - CEO of British Cycling 1996 - 2008. When the British Cycling Federation was in crisis, Peter and I formed a formidable partnership at the head of the organisation for more than a decade.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Ian Drake made a huge contribution to the organisation over many years, and was CEO from 2009.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Looking back, over my shoulder……</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Launching the 1996 Tour of Lancashire, sponsored by Thwaites Brewery, with CC Lancashire riders Ed Nicoll and Henry Iddon. Between them is my friend Gordon Harling who contributed a massive amount to the race over many years and took over from me as Race Director.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>Relaxing between sessions at the Barcelona Olympic Velodrome 1992. Apologies for the shorts. Must have lost my shoes too.</image:caption>
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      <image:caption>So I got rid of the fringe and committed my future to cycling.</image:caption>
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