An ‘exciting new era’ of major cycling events in Britain is under way, according to British Cycling, with rounds four and five of the UCI Track Champions League (3-4 December, Lee Valley VeloPark, London) close to selling out.
The national governing body notes that this marks the ‘beginning of a thrilling sequence of headline major events on home soil for years to come.’
With tickets found to be in high demand, British Cycling’s Commercial Director, Darren Henry notes that British Cycling will continue to attract new audiences with an ambitious programme of events.
He said “With London so close to selling out, it feels as if the UCI Track Cycling League marks the beginning of an unforgettable time for cycling in the country.
“The ticket sales for London show that, if track cycling has a home, it’s in Great Britain; and fans in the UK can also look forward to the HSBC UK National Championships in Newport (28-30 January) and the Tissot UCI Track Nations Cup in Glasgow (21-24 April).
“There’s definitely a place in the calendar for punchier, short-race formats like this to appeal to diehard spectators as well as new fans watching track cycling for the first time and I’m very proud that British Cycling has been able to play a leading role in bringing this new format to life.”
He continued, “We’re getting ready to host some of the biggest competitions in the cycling calendar – with the Tissot UCI Track Nations Cup in Glasgow and Commonwealth Games happening in spring and summer next year, before the UCI Cycling World Championships in 2023 and a potential Tour de France Grand Départ in a few years’ time.
“All incredible events in their own right; it’s so important that we will back this up by supporting the development of all our disciplines through our long-term plans and provide as many people as possible with the opportunities to take part or watch this great sport.”
Although the UCI Track Champions League Saturday session is now sold out, a few Friday tickets for the event in London, are available for general purchase.
