Martin and Duggleby Claim Maiden RTTC 25 Crowns

In a thrilling showcase of grit and precision, Emily Martin (Team Bottrill) and Adam Duggleby (ADDFORM Vive Le Velo ) claimed their first RTTC National 25 Mile Championship titles on 3 August 2025 in Stilton, Cambridgeshire. Martin, 35, clocked 55:38 to edge out teammate Alex Clay by 21 seconds, while Duggleby powered to 49:20, securing the men’s title. The event, held on the technical N1/25C course, highlighted top UK time trial talent, with standout performances from juniors Leon Atkins (258 Protege) and Freya Johnson (Gosforth RC), alongside strong veteran showings across age groups.

Mastering the Technical N1/25C

The N1/25C course, a 25-mile out-and-back route along the B1043, tested riders with five legs and numerous roundabouts. Martin, with National 50 and 100 titles, thrived on the technical layout. “I looked at the course in February and thought it would be one for me,” she said. “I tend to do better on technical ones, and this year, the out-of-breath time trials are feeling better.” Her 55:38 marked her ninth open win of 2025, with Alex Clay (Team Bottrill) (55:59) and Laura Davies (FTP ( Fulfil The Potential ) Race Team ) , (57:33) completing the women’s podium. Lucy Havard (Cambridge University CC) led the women’s road bike category in 1:04:49, followed by Leah Cuthbertson (Onyx RT) (1:05:01) and Sien Van Der Plank (New Forest CC) (1:06:56).

Duggleby, a Veteran category standout with six wins in seven open time trials this season, overcame equipment challenges to claim the men’s crown. “I’ve been battling with my shoes all year, but I figured it out, and it helped today,” he said. “I felt decent and could get power out.” His 49:20 led a Team Bottrill podium sweep, with Thomas Lee (Team Bottrill) (49:43) and Rob Francis (Team Bottrill) (50:09) taking second and third. Stuart Coleman (Onyx RT) (Onyx RT) topped the men’s road bike category in 58:17, followed by Joshua Meyland (Cambridge CC) (58:35) and Brad Fraser (St Ives CC) (1:00:06).

Junior Stars Shine Bright

The junior categories showcased rising talent. Leon Atkins, 16, posted a stunning 49:26—only six seconds off Duggleby’s winning time—to claim the Junior boys’ title and the second-fastest overall. Dexter Townsend (Harrogate Nova Race Team) (51:09) and Matthew Kent (Tofauti Everyone Active) (51:12) followed. Freya Johnson (Gosforth RC) dominated the Junior girls’ event with 1:04:47, ahead of Olivia Smallshaw (Secret Training CC) (1:07:14) and Skye Martingale (Type One Style) (1:08:51), solidifying her status as a top junior prospect.

Age Group Highlights

The RTTC National 25 celebrated Veteran age group winners (40+ in 5-year bands), showcasing the sport’s depth. In the men’s Veteran 40-44 category, Paul Burton (Paceline RT) (51:15) led the field. Liam Maybank (Twickenham CC) (51:13) topped the Veteran 45-49 group, while Matthew Uttley (Team Bottrill) (53:14) won Veteran 50-54. Richard Oakes (Team Ohten Aveas) (51:42) claimed Veteran 55-59, and Neil Mackley (...a3crg) (55:22) took Veteran 60-64. Keith Dorling (Team Bottrill) (57:44) led Veteran 65-69, Phillip Brant (Southend Wheelers) (1:00:44) won Veteran 70-74, and Chris Dyason (Cambridge CC) (1:07:57) topped Veteran 75-79. Raymond Batsford (Penge Cycle Club) (1:35:24) secured Veteran 80+. For women, Anna Weaver (Team Boompods) (1:01:34) won Veteran 40-44, Kim Barfoot-Brace (Team Bottrill) (1:01:50) led Veteran 45-49, Michelle Lee (Royal Dean Forest Cycle Club) (1:00:28) took Veteran 50-54, and Sarah Matthews (...a3crg) (1:02:28) topped Veteran 65-69. These performances highlight the championship’s inclusivity across all age gropus.

Looking Ahead

Martin and Duggleby have big plans for the season’s remainder. Martin is targeting a personal best on the R25/3H course and the National 10 Championship, while Duggleby aims for the V718 10, and the Para-cycling Road World Championships, which will conclude his season. Their victories at Stilton mark a pinnacle, adding the prestigious 25-mile title to their collections of longer-distance crowns.

Event and Course Details

The RTTC National 25 Mile Championship, organised under CTT rules, took place on the N1/25C course in Cambridgeshire, a technical 25-mile route with multiple roundabouts along the B1043. The event’s challenging layout tested riders’ skills, rewarding precision and power.

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