Eileen Sheridan
Sporting hero
Eileen Sheridan
Record breaking legendary cyclist the ‘Mighty Atom’
Iconic cyclist Eileen Sheridan passed away in February of 2023 at the age of 99. In a career that spanned decades she dominated the cycling scene turning professional for Hercules bicycle company in 1951. Eileen went on to break all 21 of the Women's Road Records Association records. Nicknamed the Mighty Atom she broke the Land’s End to John o’ Groats women’s record, riding the distance in two days, 11 hours and seven minutes.
Eileen’s legacy was not just about setting records but defying expectations and pushing boundaries and she continues to inspire generations of cyclists.