Tag: cycling
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Tommy Wallbank and Josann Attard Pulis Claim Dingli 10k Victories
Tommy Wallbank and Josann Attard Pulis continued their strong form on Sunday as the Hudson Race Series powered by Nike moved to Dingli, with both athletes claiming victory in the 10km races. Meanwhile, Mark Herrera and Charyl Fava emerged as winners in the 5km events. The men’s 10km race once again saw an exciting duel…
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Successful Criterium organised by Shamrock Stars Sports Club in Ta’ Sannat
Shamrock Stars Sports Club successfully organised its cycling criterium in Ta’ Sannat, held in accordance with the regulations of the Malta Cycling Federation. Blessed with excellent weather conditions, the event delivered a full programme of competitive races across a wide range of categories, attracting strong participation. The day began with the Kids’ races before moving…
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Relief, redemption and results as Maltese teams conclude Absa Cape Epic Journey
The final stage of the Absa Cape Epic brought a sense of relief, emotion and quiet satisfaction as the 2026 edition of the race came to a close in Stellenbosch. After days of punishing terrain, relentless climbing and ever-changing conditions, the last kilometres offered riders a rare opportunity to reflect — and celebrate. For Malta,…
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Absa Cape Epic: Final push nears as riders tackle penultimate stage in Stellenbosch
With the gruelling Queen Stage behind them, riders at the Absa Cape Epic began the penultimate day with renewed focus and the finish line firmly in sight. After enduring one of the toughest tests of the race, Stage 6 in Stellenbosch offered a different — though still demanding — challenge. Covering 76km with 2,450 metres…
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“Four Seasons in One Day” as Cape Epic Queen Stage Pushes Maltese Riders to the Limit
The Absa Cape Epic’s Queen Stage — widely regarded as the true test of the race — lived up to its reputation, delivering one of the most punishing days in recent editions. Stretching from Greyton to Stellenbosch, the stage combined extreme distance with relentless climbing, immediately setting a brutal tone. As predicted by Team Gaudos…
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Pressure mounts at halfway mark as riders tackle Greyton Stage ahead of Cape Epic ‘Queen Stage
With the Absa Cape Epic now beyond its halfway point, teams are beginning to fine-tune their strategies as the race intensifies. Stage 4, based around Greyton, was shorter than the previous day’s gruelling 140km, covering 87km, but remained highly demanding with a series of technical climbs offering little room for recovery. Mark Bonnici and Luke…
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Halfway Mark reached as Maltese Riders conquer longest stage of Absa Cape Epic
Maltese riders have reached the halfway point of the Absa Cape Epic after completing Stage 3 — the fourth day of racing — widely considered one of the toughest endurance events in the world. The stage, the longest of the race, took riders from Montagu to Greyton over a gruelling 140km route with 1,750 metres…
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Maltese teams show resilience as gruelling Stage 2 pushes limits at Absa Cape Epic
Stage 2 of the Absa Cape Epic proved to be one of the toughest challenges so far, as riders tackled a demanding 102km route with 2,250 metres of elevation gain on day three of the race. The opening 40 kilometres were particularly punishing, featuring a relentless series of steep climbs that tested endurance early on.…
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Rising temperatures test riders as Maltese Teams take on first full Cape Epic Stage
Soaring temperatures and tough conditions set the tone for the first full stage of the Absa Cape Epic, as organisers introduced adjustments ahead of a demanding 90km route in Montagu. The stage featured 2,150 metres of climbing across rugged Western Cape terrain, testing riders from the outset. Following the short but intense prologue that determined…
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Bonello and Aquilina return to Absa Cape Epic seeking redemption
Maltese endurance cyclists Etienne Bonello and Marie Claire Aquilina, competing as Team Kalamba Racing, will return to South Africa this March to take on the Absa Cape Epic, determined to complete the prestigious mountain bike race together after last year’s dramatic setback. Often referred to as the “Tour de France of mountain biking,” the Absa…
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Gesred Borg honoured with TGS Malta Fair Play Award for April–June 2025
Masters cyclist Gesred Borg has been named the winner of the TGS Malta Fair Play Award for the April–June 2025 period. This quarterly honour, organised by the Malta Sports Journalists Association and the Malta Fair Play Movement in collaboration with Together Gaming Solutions, recognises athletes or teams who demonstrate exceptional sportsmanship during official or unofficial…
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Malta Cycling Federation crowns 2025 national time trial champions
The Malta Cycling Federation has announced the results of the 2025 National Time Trial Championships, following a weekend of competitive racing and standout performances across multiple categories. In the Elite Men’s division, Aidan Buttigieg of Team Polti Visit Malta successfully defended his title, claiming his third consecutive national time trial championship. Buttigieg completed the series…
