Lila the Go-Getter. Bmx#137

Today I was devastated.

In my very first race at the BMX World Championships, I had a crash on the home straight. I picked myself up, picked my bike up, and made sure I crossed the finish line.
Mum has always told me, "No matter what happens, always finish your race."

I really wanted to keep racing, but after being checked over by the medical team, I wasn't cleared to continue and had to head to a nearby medical centre for X-rays.

I cried more because I couldn't keep racing than I did because of the pain.

The good news is that nothing is broken! I have a really bad sprain with lots of swelling and bruising, but Mum is taking good care of me.

I'm so grateful to every single person who has supported me and helped me get to the World Championships. I have felt so loved throughout this whole journey, and I can't thank you all enough.

Even though today didn't go the way I dreamed it would, there is always next year... and I'm already hungry for more!

I made sure I got back just in time to watch the finals. Wow... there are some incredibly talented riders out there.

Congratulations to everyone who competed, you were amazing!

Thank you again to everyone who believed in me and cheered me on. This experience has only made me more determined to come back stronger.

Lila
Xx

Race day tomorrow!!!
If you would like to watch this is the link...

LIVE - Day 2 | Masters & Challenge Event | 2026 UCI BMX Racing World Challenge Watch live the action from day two of the Master & Challenge Event ...

Practice day two had an amazing day another one of the best tracks. I did a jersey swap with an Australian she was thrilled to see that she had a New Zeland jersey more updates on Thursday.

Had a great day at my first practice session on the Brisbane track. I will be back there for another practice tomorrow.

A chill day exploring before practice tomorrow im looking forward to seeing the track tomorrow morning.