Hugh Porter in 100-mile ride for Wolverhampton's Compton Hospice
One of Britain's greatest former professional cyclists, Hugh Porter, has teamed up with Wolverhampton's Compton Hospice to make a 'wheely' great offer.
The four time world title holder is giving a dozen enthusiasts the chance to represent 'Team Hugh' in a 100 mile ride round the London Olympic Games gold medal road race course on August 2.
Starting in the iconic Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park they will pedal through the capital onto country roads through the Surrey Hills before a spectacular finish on The Mall in central London – and raise lots of money for the Hospice.
All the roads will be closed to traffic in preparation for the London Surrey Classic later in the day in which 150 of the world's top pro riders race over a lengthened version of the route. Over 86,000 people applied for the 25,000 places on the Ride London 100 event – the world's largest charity fundraiser – and Compton Hospice secured 12 of the coveted slots that are now up for grabs.
The lucky dozen will have to pay a £50 registration fee and promise to raise at least £600 for the Hospice. They will also have the chance of meeting Hugh and be offered training and mentoring support along with a customised 'Team Hugh' cycle jersey to wear on the day.
Friends Val McIntosh and Ersuline Whittle quickly claimed the first two places. Mrs McIntosh, aged 58, from Perton is taking part as a tribute to her late husband Clive, 61, who died in October. She also wants to thank the staff of Compton Hospice.
