A team of Guyanese cyclists will be representing Guyana at the 33rd edition of the Toure Cycliste de Guiana, scheduled to take place from today (August 17) to August 25 in French Guiana.
Despite the team being a cyclist short with Quincy Ridley being unable to travel for the event due to unforeseen circumstances, the Guyana Cycling Federation (GCF) has said that team Guyana remains “strong and ready to compete in this prestigious nine-stage race.”
The cyclists representing Guyana are Briton John (We Stand United Cycling Club), Christopher Griffith (KFC Evolution Cycling Club), Cortis Dey (KFC Evolution Cycling Club), Alex Mendes (Kaieteur Attack Racing Cycling Club), and Paul Chooweenam from Team Alanis. The team was officially presented in French Guiana on Thursday, including team manager Kevin Derrick and mechanic Deeraj Garbharran, where they proudly displayed their national colours and were warmly received by the local community and international media.
According to the GCF, “The cyclists have undergone rigorous training and are fully prepared to face top competitors from Suriname, French Guiana, France, Martinique, and Guadeloupe.”
The President of the Guyana Cycling Federation, Horace Burrowes, expressed confidence in the team’s ability to perform well. “Although we regret that Quincy Ridley could not join the team for this event, we are confident that our cyclists will represent Guyana with determination and excellence. They have trained hard, and we are proud of their commitment.”
The Tour Cycliste de Guiana is known for its challenging routes and competitive field, making it a significant event in the Caribbean cycling calendar.
