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Sebastian Mann
19 June 2016
Thousands of riders saddled up today at the crack of dawn to take part in Europe's oldest charity cycle race from London to Brighton.
Participants set off from Clapham Common on a 54-mile ride to the south coast to raise money for the British Heart Foundation.
Some 14,000 cyclists were set to take part in the race which organisers hope will raise more than £2 million in the fight to against heart disease.
On Twitter, charitable riders as well as family and friends shared experiences and pictures of the event.
The popular ride, in its 41st year, is Europe's longest running charity cycle race.
Registration for next year's event opens on June 20. Find out more here.