Next rider up: Lucy Bénézet Minns 🇮🇪

The Irish junior has just signed her first pro contract and we caught up with her to talk about her route into cycling, racing juniors, studying, and her bright future

Lucy Bénézet Minns in action. Photo courtesy of SWpix.

Lotto Dstny Ladies announced the signing of Lucy Bénézet Minns on Thursday.

The Irish rider burst onto the scene in 2023, picking up fourth in the Worlds TT, and she became the European points race champion this summer. 

This year the 18-year-old combined a busy racing calendar with her A-levels, and while that balance proved tricky at times the all-rounder came through with ace grades and a pro-contract. 

We caught up with Lucy to talk about her path into cycling, her career so far, and her hopes for the years to come.

The 'Next Rider Up' series focuses on young and exciting talent that has come through the ranks.