Geraint Thomas has confirmed that he will take no part in the Biritsh National Road Race Championships on Sunday.
Thomas, the winner in 2010, is suffering from the effects of a gruelling Tour De Suisse and after pulling out of the Time Trial at Cadwell Park today, the Welshman will not race on Sunday.
Writing on Facebook, Thomas wrote: "Sadly, the call has been made to not compete at the Nationals this week. It was a really difficult decision to make with the team, but it was felt that resting at home this week would be best.
"After such an intense week at the Tour de Suisse, both mentally and physically. I'll miss racing at the Nationals, I love racing them. Winning in 2010, is still one of my proudest moments.
"To wear the British champs jersey all year was a massive honour. Good luck to the rest of the Team Sky boys!"