A HANDCYCLIST from Pencarreg is gearing up to represent Great Britain at the World Championship in Canada next month.

Former double British champion Luke Jones will compete in the time trial and road race events.

Luke, who was paralysed in a road traffic accident 19 years ago, said: “I’m looking to put in a good performance and hoping to secure top 10 position in both events.

“I feel the road race is my best event an I’m looking forward to travelling with the British team.

“I’d like to thank my family for the continued support.”

He added: “On returning from Canada I’ll then turn my focus to the nationals some two weeks later.”

The UCI Para-Cycling Road World Cup is held in Quebec City on 4 to 7 August.

For those who are thinking about getting involved with para-cycling, these are the words of encouragement from the 38-year-old: “Para-cycling is a pretty social sport and regardless of the level you are at or your average speed, we are all the same. I’ve definitely met some great people along the way.

“I’m by no means what you would call a natural cyclist but I’ve surprised myself at what I’ve achieved.

“Originally I got involved with para-cycling just to get my weight down, I was never competitive before my accident.

“However, after attending a few races I wanted to see how far I could go so I set myself some goals and have just kept pushing until I have reached them.”