The Ghana Cycling Federation proudly concluded the 10th Edition of the National Cycling Road Championships on November 30, 2024. This prestigious event, held along the scenic Olebu-Ablekuma-Pokuasi route, showcased the exceptional talent, endurance, and sportsmanship of Ghana’s finest cyclists.
The one-day championship attracted 65 participants from five regions of Ghana, competing in various categories, including Elite Men, Elite Women, Under-23, and Junior divisions. The demanding course tested the athletes’ strength and strategy while offering breathtaking views of the region.
Event Highlights
- Francis Amu, 30, of FCG Cycling Club emerged victorious in the Elite Men’s category. He completed the 100-kilometer race in an impressive 2 hours, 37 minutes, and 20 seconds, averaging a speed of 38.14 km/h.
Elite Men’s Victory: -
Elite Women’s Dominance:
Ellen Anim from Club Sky Team secured the title in the 50-kilometre Elite Women’s road race and the 25-kilometre time trial with stellar performances. Her times were 1 hour, 46 minutes, and 1 second (28.30 km/h average speed) and 47 minutes, 3 seconds (31.88 km/h average speed), respectively -
Under-23 Star Performance:
Emmanuel Sesi, a promising 20-year-old from Royal Stars Cycling Club in the Volta Region, claimed first place in the Under-23 category and a commendable second place in the Elite Men’s 100-kilometer road race with a time of 2 hours, 25 minutes, and 10 seconds. -
Junior Champion:
Farrakhan Shaaban Mohammed, a 17-year-old from River Park Cycling Club, won both the Junior Men’s 62.5-kilometer road race and the 25-kilometer time trial. His exceptional UCI training skills helped him dominate with times of 1 hour, 47 minutes, and 14 seconds (34.97 km/h average speed) and 38 minutes, 10 seconds (39.30 km/h average speed), respectively. -
Time Trial Excellence:
Frank Love Quaye of The Boss Tribes Cycling Club claimed gold in both the Men’s Elite and Under-23 25-kilometer time trials, clocking an impressive time of 36 minutes, 3 seconds (41.61 km/h average speed).