Molly McGill

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Molly McGill
Personal information
Born (2001-06-30) 30 June 2001 (age 23)
Glebe, New South Wales, Australia
Team information
DisciplineTrack
BMX
RoleRider
Rider typeTrack sprinting
Medal record
Women's track cycling
Representing Flag of Australia (converted).svg  Australia
World Championships
Bronze medal icon (B initial).svg 2024 Ballerup Team sprint

Molly McGill (born 30 June 2001) is an Australian professional racing cyclist who specializes in track cycling and BMX.

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Career

In October 2024, McGill won a bronze medal in the team sprint at the Track World Championships. [1] [2]

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References

  1. "McCaig wins bronze medal in first event at World Track Championships". www.bendigoadvertiser.com.au.
  2. "Australia wins women's team sprint bronze after four years of Track Worlds absence". auscycling.org.au.