Race The Worlds

For keen young riders, it is a dream to race at a UCI World Championships Venue. Scottish Cycling decided to make this dream come true with the Race The Worlds programme – a series of races taking place at the official venues moments before the real deal.

To earn their place at the starting line, budding champs competed in Race The Worlds regional qualifiers which took place across Scottish Cycling’s five regions this spring. Open to all young people, no matter their ability level or aspirations, the qualifiers identified a lucky few who will compete at the Race The Worlds Finals.

Speaking of the opportunity, Team Scotland’s Commonwealth Games Road Race bronze medallist, Finn Crockett, said: “I wish this opportunity had been available when I was a youth rider! My cycling journey started out in dirt crits up in the North of Scotland, before progressing to MTB racing and later the road. It was all about having fun, and enjoying my cycling, and this looks pretty awesome!”

If you want to see the next Isla Short, Reece Wilson or indeed Finn Crockett start their own journey to a rainbow jersey, don’t miss the Race The Worlds Finals at The Championships.

MINI DOWNHILL FINAL Fri 4 August, Nevis Range. Open to ticket holders.

DIRT CRIT FINAL Sun 6 August, Glentress Forest. Open to all, no ticket required.

ROAD CRIT FINAL Mon 7 August, George Square. Open to all, no ticket required.

PUMP TRACK FINAL Sat 12 August, Cathkin Braes. Open to all, no ticket required.

For more info, visit www.bit.ly/bcrtw