The Southern Region BMX Championships take place at Andover BMX track on Sunday, August 29 situated behind Andover Football Club.

The fastest riders of all ages in the South battle it out and all abilities are catered for in the novice and expert ability races.

With BMX racing being part of the Olympics in 2008 in Beijing and the increased popularity over the last few years, this year's event is all set to be spectacular.

Full story and pictures in Friday's Andover Advertiser