ATHLETICS star Rebecca Grieve will go for global glory next week after being picked for a prestigious competition.

The 19-year-old, who has represented Pitreavie AAC, has been selected for the Great Britain and Northern Ireland squad for the World Athletics Under-20 Championships, which begins on Tuesday.

Taking place in Lima, capital of Peru, the meet will bring talented rising stars from all corners of the globe, including some athletes that competed for their countries at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games.

Rebecca, who is coached by Francis Smith, has been picked as part of the women's 4x400 metre relay squad, which also includes Jessica Astill (Stevenage & North Herts), Kara Dacosta (Trafford), Charlotte Henrich (Invicta East Kent), Emma Holmes (West Cheshire) and Nandy Kihuyu (Sheffield & Dearne).

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Dan Wagner, team leader with the Great Britain and Northern Ireland team, said: "The championships represent a crucial stepping stone for young athletes on their journey to the pinnacle of the sport.

"This competition not only offers invaluable international experience but also serves as a vital part of their development pathway."

Two years ago, Rebecca, who also represents Woodford Green Essex Ladies and the University of New Mexico, became a European champion with Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

She took part in the European Under-18 Athletics Championships and was selected to take part in the women's medley relay, which she and her team-mates won in what was a championship record time.

The World Athletics Under-20 Championships run from Tuesday August 27 to Saturday August 31.