Turkish governor fired for wearing tight cycling shorts that were ‘too snug’

Damn you, sexy Mehmet! Mehmet Fatih Çiçekli has been urged to cover up with a fig leaf at least by opposing politicians (Picture: Instagram)

Is he too sexy for his shorts? A lycra-clad politician has been sacked after going viral for wearing too tight cycling gear.

Mehmet Fatih Cicekli, the governor of Ardahan province in eastern Turkey, was removed from his post by a presidential decree signed by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

The cycling mad politician rode headfirst into an unexpected political maelstrom after photos of him in snug cycling shorts went viral.

He has since also become the centre of a campaign pressing for his return to office amid an outpouring of affection.

While no reason was given for his dismissal, it came after some Turkish politicians criticised him for wearing cycling tights during a public event promoting the sport and for posting ...