Saint Piran announce participation in Tour of Norway
South West cycling will be put on the map next week as fans from the region can watch their own pro cycling team Saint Piran on TV, racing against the world's most famous teams at the Tour of Norway (24 to May 28). This is a first for the region, with a South West team racing one of the most prestigious cycling races on the World calendar.
Saint Piran's riders, including riders from the South West, will compete in the four-day Tour of Norway against teams including, Ineos Grenadiers, Jumbo-Visma and EF Education-Easypost. The riders from Saint Piran will be flying the flag for the South West on Eurosport, Discovery and the Global Cycling Network broadcast across Europe. Global icon Remco Evenepoel won last year’s edition.
Saint Piran are proud to continue to put South-West cycling on the map whilst fostering local young and upcoming talent staying loyal to their grassroots developmental approach. We are pleased to confirm that Devon-born riders Will Tidball and Harry Birchill and Cornwall’s Bradley Symonds will be representing the southwest flag. Completing the line-up are Lincoln GP champion Alexandar Richardson, recent winner in Norway, Jack Rootkin-Gray, and Zeb Kyffin.
Saint Piran rider, Exmouth’s Will Tidball said: “I am really excited to race the Tour Of Norway. It is a great opportunity for our team to race against the biggest teams in the sport. I think it’s really important to represent the region on a global stage in a sport that continues to grow in popularity. Let’s see what we can do!”
Team owner Richard Pascoe expressed his excitement for the upcoming race. He said: “It’s scary to think when you stop and look back on the journey that we have undertaken, effectively a club team seven years ago – we line up in Norway against the world’s best teams.
“We continue to drive our unique approach to build a sustainable foundation that partners and our South West communities can rely on. We continue to move away from pure sponsorship so we can be here for the long term. Stepping up on the start line is testimony to those who have helped us on this journey but it doesn’t stop at Norway. We want to work with new partners and organisations in this space - to have impact in racing, in cycling and in society.”
The Saint Piran Pro Cycling group recently announced two landmark developments in the World of cycling. Firstly, the group announced its partnership with EDelia, providing a comprehensive mental health programme for all riders and staff to ensure their well-being both on and off the bike.
The Tour of Norway aligns with these ambitions - with the Tour committed to promoting sustainability and reducing its environmental impact - by promoting sustainability and eco-friendly practices, hoping to set an example for other races and inspire positive change in the cycling community.
