'I have gone as far as I can in the UK cycling scene' – promising British cyclist launches crowdfunder to join team abroad

Max Hereward of 360 cycling at the British Circuit Championships.

Promising British cyclist Max Hereward is seeking donations to help him afford to join a development team in Italy from next season.

The 20-year-old, who won the British under-23 National Road Series this year, believes he needs to look beyond the UK scene if he is to realise his dream of racing on the WorldTour.