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Special Guest to Attend the Braveheart Cycling Fund Charity Dinner and Ride: Jack Carlin

Over the coming weeks, we will be introducing our special guest riders who will be attending the Braveheart Cycling Fund Charity Dinner and Ride. We’re thrilled to announce that Olympian Jack Carlin will be joining us at this year’s Braveheart Cycling Fund Charity Dinner and Ride in Kilmarnock! Jack first took up cycling after a […]
Where Are They Now Wednesdays – Grant Ferguson

In the “Where Are They Now Wednesday” Series, we look back at past Braveheart Trophy winners to see what they are doing now. Highlighting this week is Grant Ferguson. Grant Ferguson was raised in Peebles, located in the Scottish Borders, where cycling was a daily part of life. He did not focus on a single […]
Where Are They Now Wednesdays – Kate Cullen

In the “Where Are They Now Wednesday” Series, we look back at past Braveheart Trophy winners to see what they are doing now. Highlighting this week is Kate’s journey from studying architecture to becoming a Commonwealth Games cyclist. Kate Cullen began her cycling journey while studying architecture at the Glasgow School of Art. A velodrome […]
The Braveheart Cycling Fund Ride Help Needed

Braveheart Cycling Fund Ride Volunteer Sign Up We’re gearing up for another unforgettable Braveheart Cycling Fund Ride—a challenging, scenic bicycle sportive that draws riders from near and far. To keep the wheels turning smoothly, we need the support of enthusiastic volunteers. Whether you’re helping with registration, directing riders, or cheering them on, you’ll be an […]
Where Are They Now Wednesdays – Evan Oliphant

In the “Where Are They Now Wednesday” Series, we look back at past Braveheart Trophy winners to see what they are doing now. Highlighting Evan’s journey from being a professional cyclist to a Scottish Cycling coach emphasises his ongoing impact in cycling. Evan Oliphant is a renowned former professional cyclist with an impressive palmarès, including […]
The Braveheart Cycling Fund Ride Is Back

October 18, 2025 The Braveheart Cycling Fund Ride Sportive returns after a nine-year hiatus, following its last event in 2016. Proceeds support young Scottish cycling talent, allowing participants to help nurture future champions. The fund provides financial support for aspiring Scottish cyclists to train and compete at their highest level. The Ride also enables participating […]
Meet René Koppert at the Braveheart Cycling Fund Ride and Dinner

As an amateur, Koppert achieved several victories, including the Dutch road championship and the Dutch pursuit championship. In May 1982, he turned professional with TI-Raleigh. His first race as a professional was the Tour of Romandie, where he won the prologue. Later that year, Koppert won the prologue in the Critérium du Dauphiné Libéré and […]
Meet Jacques Hanegraaf t at the Braveheart Cycling Fund Ride and Dinner

Jacques Hanegraaf is a retired road bicycle racer from the Netherlands. He was a professional rider from 1981 to 1994. In 1981 and 1985, he won the Dutch title in the men’s road race. Hanegraaf rode for TI-Raleigh during the 1981-1983 seasons. His other significant victories include the 1984 Amstel Gold Race. He also competed […]
Braveheart Cycling Fund 2025 Spring Awards Recipients

Braveheart Cycling Fund 2025 Riders The Braveheart Cycling Fund is delighted to announce the recipients of grants for the Spring 2025 Awards. We welcome back Erin Boothman as a Braveheart Funded rider. Her 2025 season is off to a great start with a win at the Junior Women’s race at Gent-Wevelgem Ahron Dick rides for […]
Meet Franky De Gendt at the Braveheart Cycling Fund Ride and Dinner

Belgian cyclist Franky De Gendt, from Tielrode, began his professional career in the mid-1970s, riding for teams such as Ijsboerke – Colnago and TI – Raleigh. His breakthrough came in 1976 with a second-place finish at Omloop der Beide Vlaanderen, signalling his potential in one-day races. Hi raced with Team Raleigh from 1978 to 1980. […]