“Both of them did extremely well and everyone is so proud and thrilled for them.” The leading disabled senior athletes in the world took part in the competition which is rated second only to the Paralympics. Kayleigh and Gavin proved they are best in the world at race running, a relatively new addition to the international arena in disability sport. The pair took part on three wheel Petra running bikes which have no pedals. And in their races over 100, 200, 400 and 800 metres, they beat off entrants from Sweden and Denmark in personal best times.

The youngsters are members of Ayr Carrick Eagles, Red Star and Scottish Disability Sports. Shona Malcolm, disability development officer for Scottish athletics, said: “They are inspirational young athletes and the best in their field in a growing sport. “It has been around for a few years in places like Denmark but is new to Scotland over the past two years.” Earlier, this year, Gavin scooped the Ayrshire Sportsability’s Young Athlete of the Year award. Last year, he notched two world records in the European Race Running Championships in Denmark. Kayleigh only began taking part in competitions this year. But she has already amassed a host of medals and certificates for personal best performances. A keen ice hockey player, she also made it into the West of Scotland swimming squad.