Manx cyclist Peter Kennaugh finished in an excellent fifth position in Saturday's Shropshire Star Newport Nocturne.
Riding for Pinarello, the new Junior Road Race champion finished behind some seasoned performers in front of a large crowd.
Tour de France rider Mark Cavendish finished 28th.
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