Elite British and Scottish racing cyclist Katie Archibald, MBE, was born in Scotland and currently resides in England. View the biography here.
She obtained a second global Omnium title in 2021 and won her second individual world title.
The all-time record for the European Elite Track Championships belongs to Archibald, who won 17 gold medals. For the individual pursuit, she also owns the women’s British national record.
Katie Archibald partner
Rab Wardell is Katie Archibald’s companion. According to Katie Archibald, she made frantic attempts to resuscitate her partner Rab Wardell as he passed away from a fatal cardiac collapse while lying next to her.
Following the death of mountain biker Wardell on Tuesday morning at the age of 37, the world champion cyclist voiced her grief.
In Dumfries and Galloway, he won the Scottish MTB XC Championships two days prior his passing away.
Katie Archibald children
She has no children.
Katie Archibald parents
Ian Archibald, Katie Archibald’s father, and Mrs. Archibald, her mother, are her parents. Prior to losing interest, her father, Ian Archibald, was a talented young biker as well. Mrs. Archibald, Katie’s mother, was a huge supporter of her cycling endeavors.
Katie Archibald siblings
Her older brother, John Archibald, is also a competitive cyclist. He currently competes for UCL ProTeam Eolo-Kometa.