Midvaal Fast One: Indeed one of the fastest races
MEYERTON - Judging by the average speed achieved by the winners (43.68 km/h) the Midvaal Fast One Cycle Challenge is indeed one of the fastest races in the country.
The 28th edition of this popular race organised by the Rotary Club of Riverside, took place on January 26 at the Midvaal Raceway.
The event featured two main races: a 105 km race and a fun 50 km ride.
The race was officially started by the executive mayor, Peter Teixeira.
All donations and money raised are for community projects in the area. “We would like to thank Midvaal Municipality for sponsoring the race,” says Albertus Kriel, organiser and spokesperson for Rotary Riverside.
One of the highlights of the race was during the prize-giving ceremony when MMC Mr. Mokete Motsamai and MMC Ms. Mary-Ann Myburg took to the stage to hand over the prizes to the winners.
The oldest cyclist was 86 years old and he finished the 105 km race.
Race Results
Men:
1. Rohan du Plooy, No: 7, Time: 02:24:14, Speed: 43.68 km/h, Category: Elite, Rank: 1
2. Josh Dike, No: 44, Time: 02:24:14, Speed: 43.68 km/h, Category: U23, Rank: 2
3. Matthew Symm, No: 51, Time: 02:24:14, Speed: 43.68 km/h, Category: U23, Rank: 3
The elite riders were a group of 21.
Ladies:
1. Caitlin Mee, No: 261, Time: 02:54:59, Speed: 36.01 km/h, Rank: 1
2. Lisa Bone, No: 262, Time: 02:55:00, Speed: 36.00 km/h, Rank: 2
3. Ansonia van Velden, No: 248, Time: 02:55:27, Speed: 35.91 km/h, Rank: 3
The ladies’ starting group was 29 riders.
