Jeanette Davies secures back-to-back BMX world championships

Jeanette Davies (right) has taken out first place in the 40+ women’s cruiser class at the UCI BMX World Championships in Copenhagen.

Rotorua’s Jeanette Davies is a world champion again.

The Rotorua BMX Club rider has taken out first place in the 40+ women’s cruiser class at the UCI BMX World Championships in Copenhagen.

It’s the second year in a row Davies has won the event.

The Rotorua BMX Club said her determination, strength, and consistency on the world stage was simply phenomenal.

“Back-to-back world champion, that’s no small feat.”

Germany’s Kerstin Meyer came second while Britain’s Sarah-Jane Nichols claimed bronze.

Rotorua’s Dion Newth finished in eighth place in the 50+ cruiser category after an unlucky crash in the final.

“Dion’s been a world [No] 1 rider before, and even though things didn’t go his way this time, his effort, heart and passion still shone through,” the club said.

“Together, they’re proving that age is no barrier when it comes to chasing your dreams.

“Whether it’s defending a world title or getting back up after a crash, Jeanette and Dion are a true inspiration to the Rotorua BMX Club and BMX community.”

Next year’s UCI BMX World Championships are in Brisbane in July.