Ahead of the event, Carden said the "free public joust" was "performance art" in a post on social media.

A video on his Instagram account of the event has been watched more than four million times.

Despite their popularity, hospitals have reported an increase in injuries to both e-bike riders and pedestrians.

A spokesperson for Lime said on Monday: "We always love seeing Londoners come together and build a sense of community in unexpected ways.

"While we appreciate the medieval spirit, safety must always come first.

"Lime bikes are designed for getting around the city, not for jousting.

"We discourage anyone from attempting similar events, to help keep riders and those around them safe."

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