'It means a lot' – Morven Yeoman seals breakthrough victory at Lincoln GP

Morven Yeoman secured a landmark victory at the Rapha Lincoln Grand Prix, leading a dominant one-two finish for her DAS-Hutchinson team in the women’s race. The 21-year-old Scottish rider powered ahead on the steep, cobbled climb of Michaelgate, edging out her teammate Noémie Thomson in a closely fought sprint to claim her first National A level win. Team GB track star Anna Morris completed the podium in third place, trailing the leaders by nearly a minute. Yeoman’s triumph was the culmination of a bold race strategy, as she launched a solo attack early on the final lap, building a substantial lead before Thomson bridged across. The pair then battled side-by-side up the punishing 14% gradient, pushing each other to the limit with no clear advantage until the final corner. Despite the intense competition, Yeoman emphasised the camaraderie within the team, highlighting the mutual respect and shared joy in their success. The victory marks Yeoman as the third consecutive Scottish winner at Lincoln, following in the footsteps of previous champions who have progressed to WorldTour contracts. With this result, she now leads the National Road Series standings, underscoring her rising status in British women’s cycling. Yeoman expressed her ambition to turn professional, viewing this breakthrough as a significant step towards that goal. DAS-Hutchinson’s performance at Lincoln was emphatic, with four riders finishing in the top seven, demonstrating the squad’s depth and consistency. This strong showing builds on their earlier success in the National Road Series, where Thomson won the opening round at the CiCLE Classic. Yeoman’s leadership of the series alongside her teammates Katie Scott and Thomson signals a promising season ahead for the team.