City salutes success of arena track cycling ‘masters’

Track cyclists who train at Derby Arena velodrome have secured stunning success at two national and international championships.

Derby track cyclists recently competed in both the 2024 National Masters Track Championship in Newport, Wales and the 2024 UCI Masters Track World Championships, held in Roubaix, France.

To be a Masters rider in the track cycling world, you must be aged 35 or above.

At the national competition, Derby’s track cyclists were the most successful in the velodrome.

The city’s riders took home 27 gold medals and National Jerseys, 27 silver medals and 22 bronze medals. They also secured a couple of national records.

At the world championships, they won 33 gold medals, along with seven silver and four bronze. Two world records and a national record were also set.

Derby Arena’s state-of-the-art velodrome has been integral to the success of several Team GB cyclists, including some of this year’s Olympic medallists.

Councillor Ndukwe Onuoha, cabinet member for Streetpride, public safety and leisure at Derby City Council, said: “Derby Arena is a landmark venue that inspires participation in cycling, while encouraging people of all ages and abilities to take part in a diverse range of leisure activities and events.

“I’d like to congratulate the arena’s Masters cyclists on their staggering success at the National and World Championships.

“To have national and world champions working and training in our velodrome is amazing and a true example for young cyclists of what can be achieved.

“Whether you’re a beginner or an accomplished cyclist, we offer you the unique opportunity to train in the same environment as these world-class champions.”