National Championships Preview

This is the Cyclo-Cross National Championships Preview from British cycling:

The junior Men's event will be one of the most eagerly awaited of the weekend, with this season's national racing being of a high standard. Two riders really stand out: Tom Moses, the defending champion has two national series wins under his belt this season and has wrapped up the series with a series of consistent rides; Daniel McClay has beaten Moses twice and won twice himself and got the better of their excellent battle at Bradford in early December. McClay's power might just give him the edge on the fast Sutton Coldfield course, whilst Moses may prefer it if it's icy or very wet.

Luke Gray is the other rider with the obvious ability to win, having beaten both Moses and McClay at the Ipswich round of the National Trophy. Perry Bowater might also have an influence on the medals, having visited the podium three times at the Trophy events.

Our Tip: Dan McLay, if the sun shines! Tom Moses, if the elements take a hand!