WORLD CYCLO CROSS CHAMPIONSHIPS

The video covers the cyclocross championships at Crystal Palace, highlighting both amateur and professional races. The British riders face tough competition from more experienced European cyclists. In the amateur race, Klaus Thaler from West Germany wins, while in the professional race, Eric de Vlaminck from Belgium secures victory after a dramatic finish. The event showcases the challenges and excitement of cyclocross racing.

Where was the cyclocross championship held for the first time in Britain?

• Wimbledon

• Crystal Palace

• Wembley Stadium

• Hyde Park

What was the original purpose of cyclocross?

• A summer exercise for winter sports athletes

• A winter exercise for summer road racing cyclists

• A recreational activity for tourists

• A training method for marathon runners

Who won the amateur cyclocross race?

• John Atkins

• Keith Murnickel

• Klaus Thaler

• Robert Vermeer

Which rider took the lead at the start of the professional race?

• Andre Wilhelm

• Rolf Wolfshaal

• Eric de Vlaminck

• Van Damme

Who finished second in the professional race?

• Van Damme

• Rolf Wolfshaal

• Andre Wilhelm

• Eric de Vlaminck