What is the cycling event called where they chase the little moped?

Question

saw it in the olympics but dont know what it is called. the little moped then gets off the track and the cyclists race

Answer 1

the 'Inverse Diana'

Answer 2

midget chase.

Answer 3

its called chase the little b*****d who stole my bike!!!! oops like normal the little sod got away. its called a curfew or asbo i think.

Answer 4

it is actually called Keirin, the moped is used to control the speed and build it up steadily, the cyclists can use this time to position themselves strategically for the race.

Answer 5

It is called The Keirin.

Answer 6

The Ballymun Run, takes place in Dublin every Saturday night, they pull people off Mopeds beat them with sticks and golf clubs and then run off with there Moped, its a good show alright.