Anguilla’s top cyclists went head-to-head over the weekend in the highly anticipated National Cycling Championships.
Held on 21 and 22 June, the event featured two days of intense competition, a press release from the Anguilla Cycling Association said.
Saturday’s challenge began at 7am with a 14.7-kilometre individual time trial from the ANGLEC office in The Quarter to just before White Hill and back.
Ten senior cyclists took part, putting their strength and form to the test.
Coming in first with a time of 21.14.095 was Delroy Carty who was cycling for team ANGLEC in the Elite category.
Sunday’s road race drew a field of 27 cyclists, from youth to senior categories, who tackled various distances through Anguilla’s scenic roads.
The first race began at about 12.30pm, with the course modelled on the John T Memorial Cycling Race to help riders prepare for July’s upcoming competition.
The results are as follows:
“Spectators lined the routes in their vibrant colours, offering unwavering support and electrifying cheers for the competing cyclists,” the Anguilla Cycling Association said.
“The atmosphere was electric, with the community’s collective enthusiasm fuelling the athletes’ efforts.”
The championships gave both experienced riders and emerging talent the chance to shine.
The results in the Under-15, Under-13 and Under-11 categories are as follows:
The Anguilla Cycling Association thanked participating cyclists, clubs Wheels on Fire and Brutal Pedals, volunteers, sponsors and the public for their support.
The event, the association said, was not only a celebration of sporting achievement but a testament to Anguilla’s growing passion for cycling.
