Sophie Ferguson

Q and A with Sophie.....

What is your best achievement(s) in the sport?

I have won two British Championships so far. I don't rate one higher than the other, but the fact I've won two makes me the first female from Northern Ireland to have won multiple British championships in any motorsport, which is pretty cool. 

Who was your biggest influence as you came through the ranks?

This is a tricky one. Its honestly probably my dad as he has always coached me and encouraged me, but this maybe isn't an exciting or interesting answer. 

In terms of riders I have looked up to I would say Alicia Robinson. She's one of the best in the world and has always been very kind to me. From the first time I met her at British Championship round when I was 10, to riding in the same class at European Championships. To this day, she is the only rider older than me anywhere that has taken me under their wing and let me ride an event with them. 

Best friend in biking?

 Again, this is a tricky one because I get on with so many riders all over the UK. 

It would have been easy, but Mason Crawford who I rode with every week has recently retired from motorbikes completely and taken up golf haha. I actually wish I was joking on that!

I'll pick my little brother James, we always have fun when we're on the bikes together!

Who is your favourite sportsman/woman outside of motorcycling and why?

The Gadirova twins (Jessica and Jennifer). They just look like they are always having a good time

What constitutes a successful season in 2025?

My number one goal is always to have fun and learn on the bike. 2025 is still a little bit confusing for me until the seasons start, as there are major changes to various championships and their rules. I am hoping to ride at both a British and International level again and would like to push for podiums whilst developing as a rider. 

What would be your ultimate goal in Trials riding?

As mentioned above, number one goal is always to have fun and learn. Ultimately, it would be great to win a world title and inspire/help younger girls in the sport! 

Favourite cheat meal?

Easy, Pizza! 

Normally margarita, but sometimes pepperoni.

Favourite boxset or TV Show to binge?

I actually like shows like I'm a Celebrity and Big Brother haha.

You’re on a 12-hour flight – what three films are you definitely watching?

Moana

Home Alone

Harry Potter (All of them, but if I had to pick one then The Prisoner Of Azkaban)

Best holiday destination?

We don't really do holidays anymore because the bikes take all the funds haha. But the best places I've been and would be happy to go to again would be Florida (for the weather and theme parks) and Crete (for the weather and my grandparents).

I've also got it into my head that I want to go to the Maldives with just my mum hahaha.