Emma Bristow receives royal recognition

By Team TMX on 17th Jun 23

The queen of trials, Emma Bristow, has finally received official recognition from the royal family as Emma Bristow MBE as she’ll now be known has been honoured in the King’s 2023 Birthday honours list. The eight-time Trial World Champion has been awarded an MBE for services to Motorsport and Women in Sport.

The award reflects Emma’s long-term career in motorsport and tireless commitment to putting Britain on top of the motorcycle world with a total so far of 44GP wins, eight World Trials titles and further two World SuperEnduro titles making her one of Britain’s top female athletes.

“I am so honoured to receive this award,” said Emma about becoming a Member of the British Empire (MBE). “It was completely unexpected, all I have ever tried to do is keep improving myself and with it raise the level of women’s competition. I just want to thank everybody who has supported my career but in particular to Sherco Motorcycles who have committed to women in motorsport above and beyond any other manufacturer.”

This award has previously been awarded to celebrities such as Ed Sheeran, Adele and Harry Kane as well as off-road legends David Knight and Dougie Lampkin so Emma is in good company as she continues to inspire and pave the way for the future generation to follow in her steps. “Although I am still aiming to win more world championships the future is important to me as I want to pass on my experience to younger riders and help others, particularly the girls to achieve some of the success I have been able to achieve,” added Emma.

Emma now waits for the official date to attend the palace and receive her award from the Royal Family.

Emma Bristow receives royal recognition

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