Briton John takes the crown in Humphrey-Fowler Memorial Road Race
Briton John again showed his class as he claimed the ultimate glory, carting off the title in the seniors’ race with a powerful sprint that left his competitors chasing shadows in the Humphrey-Fowler Memorial Road Race on Sunday.
Aaron Newton, with a few metres gap, managed to come in second place followed by Robin Persaud as they both showcased the growth of their cycling ability.
In the juniors event, Alexander Leung rode his way to a dominant first-place finish, taking the lead early and never looking back. After a fierce battle, Alex Neuton and Daniel Jaing, who were closely following him, finished second and third, respectively.
In the meantime, Mark Spencer crossed the finish line first in the over-50 category thanks to his seasoned legs. Ian Jackson and Ray Harlequin finished second and third, respectively.
The event honoured the legacy of two beloved cycling figures who left an indelible mark on the sport. Cyclists gathered at Humphrey’s Bakery (Ketley Street, Charlestown) for a graceful roll-start, before embarking on a scenic route through Georgetown.
The race took cyclists north along Ketley Street, east onto Princes Street, and further through Smyth, Durban, and Lime Streets, eventually winding west onto Brickdam and continuing north to Camp Street before reaching Carifesta Avenue for the official start from where they would then race to Perseverance, Mahaicony, turning at the famed Half-Way Tree, and retracing their route to finish back on Carifesta Avenue.