Motorcycling: Chatham in debut flyer

EAST LOTHIAN Enduro motorcycling ace Neil Chatham secured a podium spot on his debut for the MPS Husqvarna team in the British championships at Lossie Forest, near Elgin.

He had only picked up his new bike the previous week on his way back competing in France and, with little time to set it up, was happy with fourth in his class and 20th overall on the first day.

After a few tweaks, he managed third in class and 16th overall the following day and is now looking to build on that.

He said: "The Husqvarna is showing great potential, the handling and suspension in particular was fantastic.

"I know I can do much better once I have the bike dialled in. It is just brilliant to be a part of the MPS Husqvarna team and to reach the podium in my class was an added bonus."