I raced in the U17 race at Balegem, Belgium on 17 December. It was a single year age category race. I was gridded at the back and I had to fight my way through the field for the whole race. I had an ok start but couldnt get through on the narrow steep start stretch of road. The course had a mixture of technical, gravel and road sections. There was no rest, it was full gas all race. I kept working my way through the field throughout the race and managed to finish 9th, just ahead of the current Belgium National Champion.

I was pleased with my race and it was a great experience. Thank you to ride for Charlie for supporting me to go this trip.