He says he is not ready to compete in such a "gruelling" event.
Sam Bennett has withdrawn from the men's road race at the UCI Road World Championship in Belgium this weekend.
The Carrick-on-Suir rider says he's not ready to compete in such a 'gruelling' event having recently returned from injury.
The Irish team for Sunday's race will include Eddie Dunbar, Rory Townsend and Ryan Mullen.
Cycling Ireland has confirmed Sam Bennett has withdrawn from the men’s road race at the UCI Road World Championships in Flanders, Belgium which takes place on Sunday, 26th September.
— Cycling Ireland (@CyclingIreland) September 21, 2021
Full story ⬇https://t.co/YHjnLABkYX pic.twitter.com/dczV1oJVYF

Ireland Drawn With Scotland, Uruguay and Portugal In The 2027 RWC
Wednesday Morning Sports Update
Ireland To See Who They Face In The Rugby World Cup 2027 In Tomorrows Draw
Alan Mahon Steps Down As Assistant Head Coach Of The ROI Women's Team
Tuesday Morning Sports Update
Munster And Leinster Begin Their Champions Cup Campaigns Next Weekend
Monday Afternoon Sports Update
Monday Morning Sports Update