Christina MacKenzie sets new women's record in Trans Alba Race
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 3:19 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Christina MacKenzie completed the Trans Alba Race in four days, 10 hours, and 52 minutes, establishing a new women's record. The race, which spans over 1,000 miles and includes multiple ferry crossings and significant elevation gain, started in Edinburgh and concluded in South Queensferry. At 49 years old, MacKenzie finished sixth overall and previously held the record for cycling from Land's End to John O'Groats in 2021. After recovering from a serious injury and a stroke, she aims to tackle another challenge before turning 50 next year.
- •MacKenzie set the women's record by one day for the Trans Alba Race.
- •The race included four ferry trips and a total climb of 66,000 feet.
- •MacKenzie previously set a record for cycling from Land's End to John O'Groats.
- •After a serious injury and stroke, she continues to pursue cycling challenges.
- •The event began in Edinburgh and finished in South Queensferry.
- 3:19 PMYahoo Sports — Hebridean cyclist sets new record for 1,000-mile Trans Alba Race
"Christina MacKenzie, from Lewis, set a new time for the fastest woman on the round-Scotland event.
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