A KIDDERMINSTER legal firm are sponsoring a rising professional cyclist as he prepares to compete in the global elite racing calendar.

The four-figure backing from mfg Solicitors will help support racing cyclist Sam Williams, from Stockton-on-Teme, over the next 12 months as he competes in races across the word – and pushes to make the six-strong One Pro Cycling squad for the showpiece Tour of Britain and Tour of Denmark races later this year.

Suzanne Lee, partner and managing director of mfg, said: “Sam is a remarkable sportsman who has achieved a great deal at a young age through discipline, determination and hard work.

“As one of One Pro Cycling’s youngest team members, he is an inspiration to everyone, young and old, and we are honoured to be able to support him in a key stage of his career.”

Sam Williams added: “I am delighted that mfg are helping me this year as I step up to Pro Continental level with One Pro Cycling.

“One Pro Cycling has an exciting worldwide racing calendar and I will be working hard to contribute to the success of the team.

“I look forward to sharing my experiences with mfg and their clients when I am in the UK or through the One Pro Cycling website, which will keep our supporters fully up to date on the team’s progress.”