Wednesday 12 August, 2026
Dio Cyclists Deliver Strong Results at Lake Karāpiro
In stark contrast to last year's challenging conditions, competitors were greeted with a stunning day at Lake Karāpiro for the latest cycling event.

The Team Time Trials kicked off the weekend, with Dio riders delivering impressive performances. The Junior A team secured a well-earned third place, while the Premier team claimed the gold medal after a standout ride.

Following a chance to refuel and warm up, the cyclists competed in the road race. Issy Riley (Year 11) finished second in the Under 17 Girls event, while Annabelle Judd (Year 13) placed third in the Under 20 Girls category. Issy continued her outstanding form on Sunday, finishing second again in the criterium to complete a remarkable weekend of racing.

Team Time Trial Results

  • Junior A (3rd): Alyssa Burrows (Year 10), Madison Hoon (Year 10), Lily Worthington (Year 9) and Phoebe Xiao (Year 9)
  • Premier (1st): Mika James (Year 11), Annabelle Judd, Issy Riley, Indie Williams (Year 12) and Lily James (Year 13)

The entire Dio cycling squad showed determination and resilience across the weekend’s events. The team now prepares for the Northern Tour and National Championships.

Road Race / Criterium Results

  • Alyssa Burrows – 16th / 18th
  • Madison Hoon – 12th / 11th
  • Lily Worthington – 13th / 9th
  • Phoebe Xiao – 5th / 4th
  • Lucy Forman (Year 12) – 12th / 11th
  • Chloe Ulmer (Year 11) – 5th / 7th
  • Imogen Burgess (Year 11) – 11th / 8th
  • Mackenzie George (Year 10) – 16th / 13th
  • Sophia Riley (Year 9) – 14th / 17th
  • Camelia Soong (Year 10) – DNF / 14th
  • Phoebe Ulmer (Year 9) – 4th / 6th
  • Zenobia Menzies (Year 9) – 18th / 8th
  • Mika James – 8th / 6th
  • Annabelle Judd – 3rd / 4th
  • Issy Riley – 2nd / 2nd
  • Indie Williams – 9th / DNS
  • Lily James – 7th / 6th

Unavailable

  • Laura Allan (Year 10) – injured
  • Alice Wellington (Year 12) – school trip

Fantastic work Dio girls!

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