SIR CHRIS HOY VELODROME

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Named after the greatest Scottish track cyclist of all time, this is the spiritual home of track cycling in Scotland

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Located within Glasgow’s Emirates Arena, the stunning 250m Siberian pine track was designed by one of the foremost track designers, Ralph Schuermann. It has hosted many prestigious events, including the 2014 Commonwealth Games and 2018 European Championships.

4000 fans will fill the stands for the high-octane heroics and sweltering drama of the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships. And we literally mean sweltering. The air in the velodrome is kept deliberately warm to create a constant track temperature of 28 degrees Celsius – the warmer the temperature, the less dense the air, allowing the bikes to go faster. Staying well hydrated is strongly advised for riders and spectators alike.

The track temperature is a sweltering

28° C

Drink plenty of water when attending events here!

The banked corners curve at a terrifying 45° angle, meaning that riders can exit them at insanely fast speeds 45°