Wightlink-Wight Mountain Cycle Racing Team member Alfie Haydon travelled to Plymouth to compete in his first race of the season at Newnham Park in the second round of the ‘Soggy Bottom’ MTB XC Series last weekend (19th January).
Alfie was the only Junior in his category so was assured of the win, but his race didn’t go to plan from the mass start and he struggled to get into his stride.
However, he managed to focus himself and then began to push out some fast laps which resulted in him finishing in the second fastest time overall against some talented Senior Expert riders.
Alfie said:
“Bearing in mind I’ve not raced since last July and I’m still recovering from a bad cold, I’m pleased with my performance and I earned some valuable National points. I’m looking forward to competing in more events this Season and hopefully picking up a few more podiums.”
Thanks go to our sponsors, particularly Wightlink and Wight Mountain, as well as the event organisers