Cyclist Anna Meares welcomes baby girl: 'Better than any medal or title'

Cyclist Anna Meares has had many highlights throughout her career, including six Olympic medals, but says nothing compares to the feeling of being a mum.

The former Olympian gave birth to a little girl on Monday, posting a photo with her partner Nick Flyger on Instagram.

"Better than any medal or title I have ever won, The day that I became a mum," Meares captioned the image.

"[Flyger] and I are thrilled to share the safe arrival of our daughter Evelyn Bette Meares Flyger. Born 1207am 10/02/2020 weighing 3.39kg."

Meares' followers, including several Australian sporting stars, were quick to congratulate the couple on their new arrival.

Casey Dellacqua was thrilled with their new family member, writing: "Congratulations 💖" she is gorgeous. And good job Mama. Lots of love to you all xx"

"I can't wipe the smile off my face. So precious! Congratulations Anna and Nick. She is SO CUTE" Australian runner Jessica Stenson said.

Meares announced her pregnancy last year by posting a photo to Instagram, three years after she retired from cycling.

The athlete has competed at four Olympic Games, Athens 2004, Beijing 2008, London 2012 and Rio 2016, bringing home two gold medals, one silver and three bronze.