The junior women’s race was first out of the block, leaving the starting point at the Dome at 8.40am. It was later followed by the men’s under 23 race at 2pm, with both races heading towards Thorne, before moving onto the finishing line at Harrogate.
Our picture editor, Chris Etchells, captured the scene in Doncaster.
9. Pedalling hard
The start of the Men's U23 race at the Doncaster Dome. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
10. Bear essentials
Karen Stoddart from the Friends of Sandall Park, waits to watch the race go past with a giant bear. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
11. Flag girl
The start of the Men's U23 race. Pictured is Chloe Lavin, nine, from Bessacarr Primary. Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells
12. Bear necessities
Karen Stoddart from the Friends of Sandall Park watches the race with a giant cuddly bear Picture: Chris Etchells Photo: Chris Etchells