Are you a budding bike racer or know someone who is?<\/p>\n
An expanded racing scholarship program based in the heart of Flanders might be the ticket.<\/p>\n
Founded by Australian-born academic, four-time TED speaker, and champion Masters-level cyclist Jamie Anderson, the Flandrien Scholarship Program is extending its reach.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur mission is to open doors for cyclists from underrepresented groups and non-traditional cycling nations, giving them the chance to live, train, and grow in Flanders, the heart of cycling,\u201d a press note said. \u201cThrough mentorship, community, and support, we\u2019re helping athletes build not only performance on the bike, but confidence, perspective, and careers beyond it.\u201d<\/p>\n
The program \u2014 based out of Anderson\u2019s cycling-focused Flandrien Hotel \u2014 aims to develop cycling talent from underrepresented regions such as Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean, among others.<\/p>\n
Applicants must be at least 19 at the time of their stay, with an upper age limit of 26 for men and 36 for women.<\/p>\n
Riders are required to hold a valid UCI racing license, have a minimum of two years of road racing experience, and commit to a continuous stay of six to 12 weeks.<\/p>\n
Selected riders receive fully subsidized accommodation at the Flandrien Hotel, access to elite training routes and facilities, use of a vehicle, mentoring and coaching support, and full hotel services.<\/p>\n
Personal expenses such as travel, insurance, equipment, and race entry fees are not guaranteed and must be confirmed directly with the program.<\/p>\n
Applications for the 2027 scholarship open in September. Interviews take place during the first two weeks of November.<\/p>\n
For more information, click here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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