Hoy calls for Meadowbank velodrome replacement

Another one for the trophy cabinet:

Another one for the trophy cabinet: (Image credit: AFP Photo)

Olympic kilometre champion Chris Hoy has expressed concern at a recent report from Edinburgh Council that makes no mention of upgrading facilities at Meadowbank velodrome - the venue where Hoy began his career as Scotland's most successful track cyclist. Supporters of the 40 year-old open air velodrome believe the council may be planning to sell off some land at Meadowbank for housing, in order to fund refurbishment of the Royal Commonwealth Pool.

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