Top cyclists compete in Crit Under the Castle

Young Stirling Bike Club rider Rhona Callander will be defending her Scottish Youth Road Race Championship when Crit Under the Castle takes place in Stirling on Sunday.

The Scottish Cycling National Criterium and Youth Road Race Championships will see more than 300 of the country’s top riders compete in the closed road cycle racing extravaganza around Stirling city centre.

The fast paced 1.18 mile circuit incorporates cobbled climbs and fast descents that will put both the senior and youth riders to the test.

Stirling rider Rhona, who has been dominating the ScottishPower Youth Series this season, will be defending her title.

Craig Burn, Scottish Cycling’s Chief Executive said:“Scottish Cycling are delighted that the Scottish Cycling National Championships are taking place in Stirling, with a spectacular finish at Stirling Castle.

“This is a chance for the best riders throughout the country to come together and compete for a coveted National Championship title on one of our many great courses we have here in Scotland.

“Scottish Cycling would like to thank organiser Norrie Petrie, Stirling Bike Club and Stirling Council for hosting the event as well as all the volunteers, officials and riders who make events like this possible.”

Crit Under The Castle race HQ will be at the Albert Hall with racing beginning at 12.30pm. Spectators are welcome.

300 of country’s top riders