Latest update December 23rd, 2024 3:40 AM
Greaves remains man to beat with another well crafted win
22nd R&R Int. 40 Mile Cycle Road Race
Alonzo Greaves continues to be the standard bearer in the cycling arena when he notched up his 5th win of the season, the 22nd annual R&R International 40-Mile Road Race held of the West Demerara, yesterday.
Alonzo Greaves (left) receiving his prize from race organizer, Hassan Mohamed M.S.
The Roraima Bikers Club member stopped the clock at One Hour 41 Minutes 58 Seconds in another exciting sprint home but yet again, Greaves has proven that he is the best sprinter around in the Land of Many Waters.
Trailing him {Greaves} to the line were Geron Williams, National Road Race Champion Orville Hinds, 2013 Junior Sportsman Paul DeNobrega, Marlon ‘Fishy’ Williams and Jude Bentley in that order to close off the top six positions which all attracted prizes.
Claiming the top veteran position in a very encouraging performance was Stephen Fernandes who was with the leading pack from the village of La Jalousie on the upward journey but in the end he did not have enough gas left in the tank for the sprint home; nonetheless, Fernandes’ performance on the day was commendable.
Of note too was Bentley’s 6th place, for a rider who does not train as the others do, it tells a story. Bentley did not only place 6th but he captured two of the six sprint prizes on offer, with one each to Marlon Williams, DeNobrega, Hinds and Fernandes.
Raul Leal took the top spot in the junior category with the Linden duo of Akeem Arthur and Michael Anthony, second and third. Naiomi Singh was the leading female. Raymond ‘Steely’ Newton was the second best veteran with Ian ‘Deaf Boy’ Jackson, third.
This year has pedaled off at a hectic pace for Guyana’s riders and there will be no let up at least not for the next month with a number of events carded, three road races and two National Park Meets.
On Sunday next, the Ancient County of Berbice will take centre stage when the 16th annual Cheddi Jagan Memorial race is contested, starting at New Amsterdam and sponsored by BK International.
The best riders in the land will again be in contention and another mouth watering showdown is anticipated. (Franklin Wilson)
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