Ten years and three kids later... Oliva back for Olympic bid
Summary
Ciara Oliva, a former European champion and world bronze medallist, has returned to the British Cycling programme after nearly a decade away and says she will pursue her Olympic dream once more. The 37-year-old, who has three children, won bronze for Wales in the women’s team pursuit at the 2026 Commonwealth Games and credits support from her family for helping her return.Key Facts
- Oliva first joined the Great Britain cycling programme in 2014.
- She won a world bronze medal and two European titles in the women’s team pursuit.
- Oliva was a reserve for the British team at the Rio 2016 Olympics and did not compete.
- She retired from cycling in 2018 and later worked as a physiotherapist.
- She returned to international competition at the 2026 Commonwealth Games and won bronze for Wales in the women’s team pursuit.
- Oliva has three children with her husband, fellow cyclist Lewis.
- She says help from her husband and the children’s grandparents has supported her training and return to elite cycling.
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