Before her life-changing accident, Claire was a highly accomplished triathlete, with an ambition to compete professionally. From the moment of her accident, Claire was determined to return to the sport that she loved.

Pre-accident Achievements

In May 2019 Claire was crowned European Standard Distance Triathlon Age Group Champion in the 30-34 age group.

In May 2019 Claire was age group winner at Ironman UK 70.3 in Staffordshire.

In June 2019 Claire was overall winner of the London Triathlon.

Post-accident:

  • December 2019 – First 10km push in a wheelchair
  • October 2020 – First duathlon
  • July 2021 – Second place National Triathlon Championships
  • August 2021 – First wheelchair athlete to compete in the 255 triathlon (5km swim, 200km bike, 50km push)
  • April 2022 – British Paraduathlon Champion
  • June 2022 – Second place National Triathlon Championships
  • July 2022 – Hand-cycled from London to Paris
  • September 2022 – Winner of the National Paratriathlon Series
  • November 2022 – Winner of the para-athlete category in Ironman Turkey 70.3

Professional Cyclist

In December 2022 Claire was selected as a member of the British Cycling team. During her first season as a professional hand-cyclist, Claire competed in two World Cups and finished the season at the 2023 UCI World Championships in Glasgow.

  • Time Trial – 9th
  • Road Race – 10th
  • Mixed Team Relay – 10th
  • Time Trial – 11th
  • Road Race – 12th
  • Mixed Team Relay – 13th
  • Time Trial – 14th
  • Road Race – 13th
  • Mixed Team Relay – 6th