17-Year Old British Cyclist to Make History as She Inks a Deal With a Massive Team

Young prodigy joins elite ranks! The 17-year-old cyclist already has been in the limelight of the British sensation for her outstanding performance. Her journey into professional cycling is to surpass yet another milestone. One of the youngest riders in professional cycling, Cat Ferguson, will be competing in the highest tier of the cycling sport.?

Although the details were initially kept a secret, her signing contract with the top-tier professional cycling team, Movistar, has taken the world by surprise. This collaboration marks a historic spike in Ferguson?s short yet significant professional career promising her a bright future ahead.

The revolutionary ‘cycling’ contract between Ferguson and Movistar

Ferguson, on signing this contract, will join a women?s WorldTour squad that will come into action in August 2024. While competing on team-issue bikes from both Movistar and Trek-Segafredo, the engagement revolving around the destination will be a unique experience altogether.?

Her recent interview given to Cycling Weekly on her recent contract signing exudes confidence, ? From our first meeting it felt like such a welcoming and family environment with a great focus on developing my attributes at WorldTour level.?

Read More: Two Cyclists in Their 30s Severely Injured in Vehicle Collision During Gran Fondo Race

At the tender age of only 17 years, Ferguson?s exceptional journey in professional cycling is a testament to her unwavering dedication and passion for the sport. Her transition to Movistar will be a gradual process. Initially, she will be joining the squad as a trainee and will take advantage of the opportunity to elevate her skills after getting attuned to the professional cycling environment.?

Records in the making as Ferguson follows B?ckstedt?s footsteps

Cat Ferguson?s remarkable journey to reach this point is truly exceptional. As a student of first-year junior, in pursuit of following her passion for cycling, she is expected to skip the latter part of the second year. Ferguson is yet to take a leap in her professional career as a trainee.

Her trajectory to flourish professionally at an early age mirrors that of Zoe B?ckstedt. While B?ckstedt was only 17 years old, she joined the EF Education-TIBCO-SVB in the year 2022. Her perseverance resulting in her success as a young talent presents Ferguson as an inspiring example to adhere to fulfilling her goals.?

Ferguson will be a few months away from being 18 when she will be starting her contract with Movistar. On stepping into the WorldTour level, she is set to compete against the best riders from all over the world. This learning experience from professional experts will inspire her to break barriers and create new records.?

The world is eagerly waiting for her extraordinary feats as she embarks on her professional journey with Movistar. Ferguson with her resilience and determination, is destined to inspire the future generation of cyclists, motivating them to testify the limitless potential that lies within them.

Watch This Story: 13-Year-Old Equestrian Raises $2500 for Horse Sanctuary Through Cycling