Though Wyman’s bronze medal is only the second time a British rider has stood on the elite podium at the ‘cross worlds – both in the men’s and women’s races – the women in particular have been putting in solid showings on the continental scene for some time.

And now, the nation is starting to take note. With Nikki Harris also finishing fifth in Hoogerheide, it represented Britain’s best UCI Cyclo-cross World Championships since the women’s race began in 2000. In fact, it is the first time two Brits have finished in the top ten since Louise Robinson (sixth) and Nicole Cooke (seventh) in 2001.

Now, with a round of the UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup heading to Milton Keynes next season – following Ipswich’s European Championships in 2012 – British interest in the sport is soaring. And it is breeding success . All four Brits finished the women’s race, with National Trophy winner Hannah Payton – at just 19 – completing her first senior world championships. Furthermore, the efforts of Wyman, Harris and Gabby Durrin this season mean Britain lead the elite women’s nations’ rankings. Beware Belgium and Netherlands – the British are coming!