Professional cyclist and founder of Williams Racing Development, Justin Williams, in partnership with Wasserman Ventures, has announced the inaugural CRIT Championship race. Slated for October 21, 2023, the CRIT Championship will be hosted in the Edge District of St Petersburg, Florida.
Originally unveiled in April 2023, the new CRIT Championship Tour is a separate initiative from other criterium racing series in the US, such as the National Cycling League and the American Criterium Cup.
Aiming to elevate American cycling, the organising team adds that… ‘CRIT will offer a new race viewing experience free to spectators with limited VIP and GA+ seating, available for presale now on Tixr. Furthermore, CRIT encourages the surrounding community to get involved and participate in a CRIT sponsored GranFundo cycling event and 5K running race the day of the event.’
“St Pete is home to world-famous museums, independent galleries, a thriving performing arts scene, film festivals, live music, and a vibrant literary arts community,” said Gina Discoll at St Petersburg City Council.
“It is more than fitting to host the inaugural CRIT race at home on our streets. With open arms, we welcome Justin and CRIT to our close-knit community of working artists and crafts-people. We look forward to a celebratory event for the entire community.”
Justin Williams at Williams Racing Development said “One of our primary goals is using bikes to create change and opportunities. We’re grateful to showcase our craft to St Petersburg, and we invite the entire community to come out and experience an amazing weekend of bike racing and community activations.
“This is bigger than a bike race. The formation of CRIT has been a lifelong dream. I’m proud of where we are, and can’t wait for what’s to come. Thank you all for your support along the way, this has been a tremendous journey.”
