Guyanese cyclists perform well in Stage 1 of Tour Cycliste de Guiana
Talented cyclists from Guyana are currently competing as a team in the 33rd Tour Cycliste de Guiana being held in French Guiana.
When Stage One was held on August 17, the Guyanese cyclists were made to take on a challenging 90.4-mile route with 112 starters, which tested the endurance and strategy of all participants.
Demonstrating strong pacing and tactical awareness, Briton John currently holds the 37th top-pack position, 1:14 minutes behind the leader.
In demonstrating resilience and tactical riding, Cortis Dey finished closely behind his teammates, in 65th position and with an identical time of 1:14 minutes behind the leader.
Briton John is pictured at the head of the pack during the Tour Cycliste de Guiana
Christopher Griffith displayed consistent effort to cross the line with a solid time that keeps him in the race, while the veteran Paul Chooweenam finished in the latter half of the peloton and Alex Mendes managed a commendable finish despite challenging conditions on the bike.
Overall, Team Guyana have positioned themselves competitively after the first stage, with all riders successfully completing the stage and remaining in contention as the race progresses. The team performance has set a strong foundation for the upcoming stages, and the cyclists are determined to build on this momentum.
As the Tour Cycliste de Guiana continues, Team Guyana remains focused on improving their standings and showcasing the talent and determination that have brought them to this prestigious event.
The Guyana Cycling Federation (GCF) has extended its gratitude to all supporters and well-wishers, and looks forward to continued success in the upcoming stages.
