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Briton John dominates Cheddi Jagan Memorial Cycling Race
Kaieteur Sports- The 2025 edition of the Cheddi Jagan Memorial Three-Stage Cycling Race kicked off over the weekend at Schoonord, West Bank Demerara, drawing a competitive field of cyclists across multiple categories. Riders in the General Classification, Juniors, Veterans Over-40 and Over-50, along with the Mountain Bike category, set the pace for an intense race.
Former cycling administrator, Hassan Mohamed (wheelchair bound) shares photo-op with awardees at the recently concluded first stage of the Cheddi Jagan Memorial Cycle Race. Several officials and stakeholders were also present at the award ceremony.
Briton John delivered a stellar performance, leading the pack from Schoonord to Bushy Park and back to clinch first place. The sprint specialist clocked a winning time of one hour, thirty-six minutes, and forty-eight seconds (1:36:48), demonstrating his dominance under the unbearable heat. Hot on his heels was promising youth cyclist Aaron Newton, who secured second place, while Jamual John finished third in a tight contest. Philip Clarke, Marlon Williams, and Paul DeNobrega rounded out the top six in an electrifying race to the finish.
Briton John collecting his first-place trophy at the conclusion of the first leg.
In the Juniors category, Aaron Newton reaffirmed his rising status by taking the top spot, edging out Alexander Leung, who put in a strong showing to claim second place. Adjani Cutting, perhaps facing mechanical challenges or fatigue, settled for third.
The Veterans categories saw commanding performances, with Philip Clarke seizing victory in the Over-40 race and Junior Niles taking top honours in the Over-50 category. Meanwhile, Kwame Fortune dominated Category Four, showing exceptional endurance and skill.
The Upright/Mountain Bike division saw Julio Melville and Wayne DeFreitas delivering strong rides to finish first and second, respectively.
The race was organised by the Carlton Wheelers Cycling Club in honour of Guyana’s third President, Cheddi Berret Jagan. Born on March 22, Jagan was a pivotal figure in Guyana’s fight for independence from the United Kingdom. As the first Hindu and person of Indian descent to head a government outside the Indian subcontinent, he made history by leading Guyana from 1992 until his passing in 1997. Jagan also founded the People’s Progressive Party and remains a towering figure in the nation’s history.
Rising star cyclist, Aaron Newton successful in the Cheddi Jagan Juniors category.
The annual cycling race stands as a tribute to his enduring legacy, bringing together the nation’s finest cyclists in a spirited display of athleticism and endurance. With high-caliber performances and fierce competition, the 2025 edition once again lived up to its reputation as a premier Cycling event on Guyana’s sporting calendar.
(Briton John dominates Cheddi Jagan Memorial Cycling Race)
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