Mark Cavendish will be returning to the Isle Of Man without a medal.
The 23 year old and his partner Bradley Wiggins finished equal eighth in the Olympic track cycling Madison event in Beijing this morning.
The Laxey star made a sprint through the field with 30 laps left out of the 200, but Wiggins was unable to keep the attack going.
Team GB coach speaking from Beijing said that Wiggins was tired and showing signs of fatigue after already taking two gold medals this week.
Glen Helen's Swiss Chalet up for rent
A landmark former restaurant in the west of the Island is up for rent.
UK taxman lists Isle of Man tax avoidance schemes and promoters
There are eight Isle of Man entries on the latest UK taxman's list of tax avoidance schemes.
More than 2,300 calls to 999 last month
The Island's emergency services dealt with more than 2,300 emergency calls last month.
New Captain of the Parish named for Bride
Bride is to get a new captain of the parish.
Online petition calls for windfarm referendum
An Island resident who says a windfarm in the south of the Island will spoil the view is calling for a national referendum on the project.
Government considers jury service changes
The government says it's looking at who can do jury service in future.
Protect lambs - keep your dog under control!
Police are asking dog owners to behave responsibly with their pets during lambing season.
2025 Manx Rally starts today!
This year's Manx Rally gets underway this morning.
