ROSS IS BOSS
Britishtalent Cup selection for bike starlet
Talented Wishaw yo u n g s t e r R o s s Maguire is one step closer to stardom after being selected for the British Talent Cup.
The 13-year-old enjoyed a very successful first season on full-size motorbikes, having won five Scottish titles and the British Championship on the Mini-moto stage.
Ross (below) started the race season in blistering form, winning all five races at the first Knockhill meeting and then all four races at the first Melville Club meeting at East Fortune.
And his impressive performances didn’t go unnoticed as he was invited to Silverstone to compete in the prestigious selection event for the 2019 British Talent Cup.
Delighted dad David said: “Over the course of the day the riders were put out in groups to show the judges what they could do lapping the Stowe circuit.
“Ross got faster every session and at the end of the day he was one of 12 riders chosen as a candidate for next years Talent Cup.
“They pick who they think are the best riders in the country and give them all the equipment they’ll need.
“It ’s a massive vote of confidence in him and he can’t wait for next season to start. Everyone is on the same bike so it should provide good close racing. “Obv i o u s l y there is different ages and experience levels racing and Ross will be one of the younger riders. “But it should mean he will learn from the others riders and develop quickly over the course of the season.” Another exciting invitation arrived last month, with Ross being asked to attend the Red Bull Rookies tryouts. Ross was one of only 105 kids from around the world asked to ride at the selection event in southern Spain. It was another great experience for Ross, riding with the best young riders at Guadix. David said: “Unfortunately no British riders were picked to be added to the Rookies Cup for next year. “But Ross came away having learned a few things to work on and that will help him develop.” of weaknesses I can exploit and I’m looking forward to showing him and everybody what level I’m at.
“What’s clearly noticeable is that I have more experience than him. I’ve done the distance a few times and he hasn’t. I’ve been a professional longer than him and I believe my experience will play a massive part.
“It’s going to be a special night. I can’t remember two Scottish fighters headlining a card for a British title.”
Mcfadden, who won a staggering 150 of 165 amateur bouts, can’t wait to make his pro debut on the packed card in front of a huge crowd.
He said: “This is a great stage on a great night.
“I’ve boxed in this arena before as an amateur and the atmosphere and the support is amazing so I can’t wait to be back in there for my professional debut.
“I won two of my senior elite Scottish titles in there so it’s a happy hunting ground. I just can’t wait for the first bell to go so I can get stuck right in.
“I don’t feel under any pressure whatsoever – I just know I’m going to go out there and put on a show.”