Stage all but set for cycling championships

The stage is set for this year’s African Road Cycling Championship scheduled for October 9-13 in Uasin Gishu, Nandi and Elgeyo Marakwet counties.

Speaking on Citizen TV’s Sporty Monday programme, Kenya Cycling Federation CEO Kelvin Mwangi said every preparation has been completed and the country will be ready for the showdown.

“The stage is ready for the showdown. Everything is well prepared and the excitement is building up, we are pleased for the opportunity to host this prestigious event in the country,” said Mwangi.

Kenya will be represented by 42 cyclists, led by top cyclist Nancy Akinyi Debe, who will also double up as Team Kenya captain, and the CEO says the team that has been training in Murang'a County, is set to go head to head with their opponents.

“The team has been training in Muranga for some time and they are excited and ready to take on the world. They believe in themselves and this has seen them harvest many medals,” added Mwangi.

 Mwangi hailed the event as a milestone for the growth of cycling in Kenya, adding that the Eldoret City’s climate and a well-developed road network hold tremendous potential to unlock a cycling culture in the region.

“This game is growing very much so the fact that the organizers trust us with the opportunity to host it means we are heading in the right direction and bigger things are coming,” stated the federation CEO.

The competition is set to attract over 20 countries with the Eritrean Tour de France Green Jersey champion Biniam Girmay the big favourite.