Emily Nelson (Retired)
Emily Nelson is a retired British cyclist from Bromsgrove, born on 7th September 1995.
Emily Nelson profile
- Name: Emily Nelson
- Nationality: Great Britain
- Place of birth: Bromsgrove
- Date of birth: 7th September 1995
- Status: Retired
- Current Team: None
- Previous Teams: Scott Contessa Epic, Matrix Fitness Pro Cycling, Drops Cycling Team, Trek-Drops, Storey Racing, Team Breeze
Career overview
Nelson, later known as Emily Kay, built her strongest results on the track while also racing professionally on the road. She won Commonwealth Games scratch race gold for England in 2018 and was part of Britain’s endurance-track programme, taking medals in the Madison, team pursuit, scratch race and omnium at World Cup and European level. Her road career included spells with Matrix Fitness Pro Cycling, Drops, Trek-Drops, Storey Racing and Team Breeze, giving her experience across British and international calendars. Nelson was also a regular national championship contender on the track before retiring from elite cycling in 2020.
