IEC Solutions is proud to sponsor Charlie Toomer, who has kicked off his season in the best possible way with a huge result at the first European Cup round of the year in Santiago de Besteiros, Portugal.
Racing in the U17 category, Charlie delivered a composed, committed run to take 1st place, setting the tone for what looks to be a very exciting season ahead. With that victory, Charlie now sits ranked #1 in Europe for his category.
A strong start at Santiago de Besteiros
Santiago de Besteiros has become a well-regarded early-season European stop for developing riders, offering the kind of technical, high-intensity racing that quickly shows who has put the work in over winter. The opening European Cup round is especially important because it’s the first chance for riders to measure themselves against international competition and start building momentum for the season.
Charlie’s win wasn’t just a podium—it was a statement performance at the very start of the European campaign.
Building with the Atherton Academy
Charlie is also supported through the Atherton Academy, an environment known for developing young riders through structured coaching, skills progression, and a race-focused approach. The Academy helps riders refine the fundamentals, race craft, consistency, confidence on challenging terrain, and performance under pressure, so they can turn training speed into race-day results.
Charlie’s ability to deliver when it mattered in Portugal is a great reflection of that preparation.
“Still buzzing” after the win
After taking the top step, Charlie said:
“I’m really proud of my efforts and I’m still buzzing after the win!”
That pride is well earned, winning the first European Cup round and taking the top ranking early in the year is the kind of start every rider dreams of.
Looking ahead
Everyone at IEC Solutions is excited to follow Charlie’s progress throughout the season as he builds on this result. This is a major milestone, and it’s only the beginning of what looks like a very promising year.
Well done, Charlie!
