Rutland-Melton Classic seeks backing for TV coverage

The Rutland-Melton Internation CiCLE Classic needs to obtain around £15,000 of backing to make showing the race on television viable

Somerberg, Rutland-Melton CiCLE Classic 2014

(Image credit: Andy Jones)

The Rutland-Melton International CiCLE Classic could be shown on television if sufficient financial backing is found, according to organisers.

Speaking to the Leicester Mercury, race director Colin Clews said the search is on for a company or group who is willing to support the project to the tune of £15,000, which would see the race shown on ITV4 and Eurosport.

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Stuart Clarke is a News Associates trained journalist who has worked for the likes of the British Olympic Associate, British Rowing and the England and Wales Cricket Board, and of course Cycling Weekly. His work at Cycling Weekly has focused upon professional racing, following the World Tour races and its characters.