Erin Boothman targets 2028 Olympics after winning double gold in debut year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 12:42 PM
Last updated Nov 12, 2026

Erin Boothman, 19, is aiming for the 2028 Olympics following her impressive debut at the Track Cycling World Championships in October, where she clinched two gold medals. Competing as part of the Great Britain team, Boothman helped secure victory in both the team pursuit final and the madison alongside Anna Morris. Her achievements this year include two bronze medals at the Commonwealth Games. Boothman cites retired cyclist Katie Archibald as an inspiration and reflects on her journey, acknowledging the influence of the Sir Chris Hoy Arena on her career. Currently training in Girona, Spain, Boothman remains focused on her cycling career while holding a university offer as a backup plan.
- •Boothman won double gold at the Track Cycling World Championships in October.
- •She also secured two bronze medals at the Commonwealth Games.
- •Boothman trained at the Sir Chris Hoy Arena, vital to her development.
- •She aims to qualify for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
- •Currently based in Girona, Spain, Boothman has a university offer as a backup.
- 12:42 PMYahoo Sports — Medal-laden debut year ignites Olympic dream for Boothman
"Scotland's Erin Boothman has her sights set firmly on the 2028 Olympics after a remarkable double-gold medal debut at last month's Track Cycling World Championships.
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