JASON Fay is the new British BMX champion in the men's 17 to 24 expert class.
The 18 year old from Kingsteignton, also the current West Regional champion, won the title at Cheddar Somerset.
Almost 900 riders took part in the event, which began on Sunday with the early morning heats.
In the semi - he just had to go through, another comfortable ride saw Jason through in third place and ready for the final.
Fay continued through to the final, where just eight riders remained.
A strong start by Fay in gate five allowed him to take the high line round the first corner, which set Jason up to pass the early leader and gain more speed for the third straight.
After navigating a tricky last corner safely, Fay held a two-bike length lead to the finish line.
Andrew Fay, the rider's father, was understandably delighted with the result.
Dad said: "Jason did say after the semi-final 'I could do well in this if I get a good start'.
"He got a good start and produced a top-class performance."
Jason is a member of the Decoy BMX club and is sponsored by 'Trax an Jenks' (T& J, BMX racing team) who are a BMX track-building specialist
Also competing in the championship was Jason's brother Oliver Fay. With 46 riders in his age group, the 13 year old finished fifth place overall.
(thisissouthdevon.co.uk)
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