Briton John has triumphed in the 2025 Cheddi Jagan Memorial Cycle Road Race, delivering a dominant performance to claim victory.
John, a familiar competitor in the annual event, crossed the finish line in 2 hours, 32 minutes, and 37 seconds (2:32:37).
The race commenced outside Freedom House in New Amsterdam and took cyclists along the Corentyne.
Its turnaround point was Number 63 Village, and it concluded at Babu John, Port Mourant.
Phillip Clark secured second place, followed by Jamal John in third. Christopher Griffith, Sequn Sandy, and Alexander Leung completed the top six.
The respective winners, along with executive members of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C)
Category Winners:
Juniors: Alexander Leung emerged victorious, with Alex Newton and Sidwell Sandy finishing second and third, respectively.
Veterans (Open): Phillip Clark claimed the title, followed by Husband and Robin Persaud.
Veterans (Over 50): Junior Niles took top honours, with Talim Shaw and Ian Jackson completing the podium.
Juveniles: Chris Hector won the category, with Dickwan Rutherford finishing second.
33 riders participated in the event, which serves not only as a test of endurance but also as a tribute to the late Dr. Cheddi Jagan.
The race featured two route variations. Veteran cyclists completed a shorter route to Babu John, while others continued to Number 63 Village.
Minister Joseph Hamilton hands over the prize for the junior race to Alexander Leung
Zulfikar Mustapha, Executive Secretary of the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C), addressed the cyclists before the start, emphasising the race’s significance as a tribute to Dr. Jagan.
“Every turn of your wheels and every pedal of your cycle is a turn of the wheel and the pedal to progress,” Mustapha stated, highlighting Dr. Jagan’s dedication to Guyana’s advancement.
He reminded participants that the race was more than just a competition; it was a tribute to Dr. Jagan, whom he described as “the father of the nation.”
He conveyed best wishes from President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali and PPP/C General Secretary Dr. Bharrat Jagdeo and urged cyclists to adhere to the rules.
This year’s race marked the 28th anniversary of Dr. Jagan’s passing, whose legacy continues to inspire Guyanese.
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