Finish line. First the SA flag, then Mozambique! Probably our greatest achievement in terms of exposure. The organisers made a big deal about our entry, and all things considered, for a country with a cycling population numbering in the 20s or 30s, to have 3 riders participating is an achievement.
NB - When I say cycling pop of 20-30, I am referring to the Amateur cyclists for fun. Mozambique uses bicycles as a form of transport and there are probably several million users, especially in the rural areas. However the transition from bicycle as method of transport to bicycle as a recreational vehicle is very slow.
The finishing straight lined with flags of countries participating. The organisers put on a good show, although spectators were thin on the ground. I had a chat with CSA President William Newman and one of his challenges is raising awareness of the sport, and drumming up spectators to support the events.
Finishing is a victory!
Winner of the Women's 35-39 age-group. Lynnette Burger
Sprint finish!!
Lars Noren after his 96km race. His race took place amid howling winds and 38 degree weather, so we didn't press him for too many comments after the race.
William Kelly, also shattered after a really tough day in the office! He was in Andrew McClean's group.. so a tough bunch to race with.
My start number!
The calm before the storm... Team Mozambique relaxing cyclist style, with legs up.
The view of the finish from the rider's perspective
Team Mozambique in the 40-44 age category after their race. Smiles as the pain is over
Miguel Duarte together with 30-34 agegroup podium finisher Jaco Ferreira
Which jersey do you like more?
Ahem.. delete this picture!!
Here are some articles on the race that you might find interesting:
Italy dominates final day of UWCT Finals
Double Gold for Burger
Second day of racing
Time trials and tribulations
Photos by: Mario Traversi, Miguel Duarte and Carlos Sales
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