Mark Cavendish has crashed in the opening day of the Ghent Day Six in Belgium.
The Manx Missile has sustained minor injuries after coming off his bike during the time trial lap.
As a result the 34-year-old won’t race next Tuesday.
It comes following Belgian racer Gerben Thijssen being taken to intensive care after a heavy crash earlier this week.
Trust in democratic institutions falling, says report
People's trust in the Island's democratic institutions fell last year - with only local authorities maintaining their levels.
Flouride varnishes for all primary children
Free fluoride varnish treatments will be offered to every primary school child from next year.
'Tough times' see Ramsey cafe close for winter
A café in Ramsey says it'll close for the winter and reopen next year.
Peel to get new laundrette?
A former hairdressing salon in the centre of Peel could become the town's next launderette, if a planning application is given the green light.
Manx Care asking people to wear masks in its facilities
Manx Care is asking people to mask up against the threat of flu and other illnesses in its facilities.
Tynwald to be urged to take action on homelessness
Tynwald will be asked to hurry up and take action on homelessness during its January sitting.
Tonight's Manxman sailing put back an hour
The Steam Packet Company say one of its sailings tonight will be delayed by an hour.
Patrick Road closed to clear landslip
Patrick Road in St John's is closed to allow for a land slip caused by last week's Storm Bram to be cleared up.
