Bermuda's cyclists faced tough competition on the international stage, with Kaden Hopkins and Nicholas Narraway competing in the Elite Men’s Road Race at the Pan American Road Championships in Punta del Este, Uruguay, while Robin Horsfield took on the challenging Elite Men’s Cross-Country Olympic (XCO) race at the Pan American Mountain Bike Championships in Costa Rica. Conor White also represented Bermuda in the gruelling Rutland-Melton CiCLE Classic in the UK.
In the 198km road race in Uruguay, Kaden Hopkins put in a strong performance, finishing in 10th place. He was part of a large pack that crossed the line just one second behind the winner, Álvaro José Hodeg of Colombia, who clocked a time of 4 hours, 56 minutes, and 44 seconds. Nicholas Narraway finished further back in 19th place, crossing the line two seconds later in 4 hours, 56 minutes, and 46 seconds, highlighting the tight finish amongst the chasing group.
Meanwhile, in the demanding XCO race at the Pedregal Events Center in Costa Rica, Robin Horsfield faced a stacked field of the Americas' best mountain bikers. Competing on a course that tested their technical skill and endurance, Horsfield battled hard but ultimately finished 39th, one lap down on the winner. The victory went to Mexico's Jose Gerardo Ulloa, who clocked a time of 1 hour, 32 minutes, and 39 seconds. Brazil's Ulan Bastos Galinski finished second, seven seconds behind, and Argentina's Catriel Soto took third place, a further nine seconds adrift.
In the UK, Conor White represented Muc-Off-SRCT-Storck in the arduous 19th Rutland-Melton CiCLE Classic, a one-day race covering 177km of challenging terrain. White finished in 60th place with a time of 4 hours, 30 minutes, and 52 seconds, finishing 13 minutes and 8 seconds behind the winner, Ben Granger, who completed the race in 4 hours, 17 minutes, and 44 seconds. The CiCLE Classic is known for its tough conditions and off-road sections, making White's completion of the race a significant achievement.
The performances of Hopkins, Narraway, Horsfield, and White demonstrate the commitment and talent of Bermuda's athletes across various cycling disciplines on the international stage.
Friday, April 25, 2025
Millington & Horsfield Compete in Pan Am Events
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Resilient Millington Battles to 24th in Pan Am Road Race
Charlotte Millington showed immense grit and determination in the Junior Women’s Road Race at the Pan American Championships in Uruguay, finishing in 24th place after a challenging event.
Facing the daunting task of racing solo against large, well-supported national teams, Millington rode intelligently, skillfully avoiding several crashes that punctuated the race. Her resilience was truly tested when she was caught in a mid-race pile-up, causing her and a small group to lose crucial contact with the main peloton.
Demonstrating incredible fighting spirit, Millington and her breakaway group embarked on a relentless chase that lasted for almost an entire lap. Their perseverance paid off as they managed to rejoin the leaders – a testament to Millington’s tenacity and determination.
Millington eventually crossed the finish line in 24th place with a time of 1 hour 55 minutes and 48 seconds. This was the same time recorded by the winner, Luciana Bentancur of Colombia. Compatriot Valentina Marin Guarin Yalecza finished second, while Argentina's Ayelen Diaz Guadalupe rounded out the podium.
Despite the challenges faced, Millington's performance, particularly her impressive recovery to rejoin the peloton, showcases her potential and fighting spirit on the continental stage. Racing against strong national teams, her 24th-place finish is a commendable achievement.
Horsfield Battles Strong Field in Pan Am Mountain Bike Short Track
Bermuda's Robin Horsfield has begun his campaign at the 2025 Pan American Mountain Bike Championships in Heredia, Costa Rica, competing in the Short Track (XCC) event.
Facing a formidable field of 100 of the Americas' top mountain bikers, Horsfield finished in 36th place, clocking a time of 22 minutes and 31 seconds.
The race was won by Brazil's Gustavo Xavier Pereira, who crossed the line in 20 minutes and 30 seconds. Compatriot Alex Junior Malacarne finished just behind in second place with the same time, while Mexico's Adair Zabdiel Gutierrez Prieto took third place, three seconds adrift in 20 minutes and 33 seconds.
Horsfield finished 2 minutes and 1 second behind the leading Brazilians, highlighting the intense competition at the continental championships. The Short Track event marks the beginning of Horsfield's participation in the Pan American Mountain Bike Championships in Costa Rica.
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Hopkins and Narraway Compete in Pan Am Time Trial
Narraway, Hopkins, and Millington
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Kaden Hopkins and Nicholas Narraway took to the course in the Elite Men’s Individual Time Trial at the 2025 Pan American Road Championships in Punta del Este, Uruguay, a day after their compatriot Charlotte Millington competed in the Junior Women's event.
Hopkins, who had previously tasted success at the Pan Am Championships with a Bronze Medal in 2022 and a fourth-place finish last year, was aiming for a return to the podium.
Meanwhile, Narraway was making his debut at the Elite level and was eager to test himself against the best time trial specialists in the region.
Both Bermudian riders put in solid efforts over the challenging course. Hopkins clocked a time of 49 minutes and 9.40 seconds, finishing in a respectable 7th place. Narraway also produced a strong ride, finishing just behind his teammate in 10th place with a time of 49 minutes and 46.76 seconds.
The Gold Medal was won by Colombia's Alejandro Vargas, who set a blistering pace to finish in 46 minutes and 48.39 seconds. His fellow Colombian, Rodrigo Contreras Pinzon, secured the silver medal with a time of 48 minutes and 45.55 seconds. The podium was completed by Brazil's Diego de Jesus Mendes, who clocked 49 minutes and 0.16 seconds to take the bronze.
While Hopkins narrowly missed out on another medal, both he and Narraway's performances in a highly competitive field demonstrate their continued progress and potential on the Pan American stage. The experience gained at this level will be invaluable as they continue their cycling careers.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Millington Holds Her Own in Pan Am Time Trial Debut
Narraway, Hopkins, and Millington
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The 2025 Pan American Road Championships commenced in Punta del Este, Uruguay, with Bermuda being represented by a talented trio of cyclists: Kaden Hopkins, Nic Narraway, and Charlotte Millington.
The first Bermuda cyclist in action was the promising young rider Millington, who competed in the Junior Women’s Individual Time Trial.
This Pan American Championships marked Millington’s debut at this level. Competing in the fiercely contested 17–18 Age Group, she lined up against a formidable field that included some of the continent's top junior cyclists – reigning champions and international medallists hailing from Colombia, Chile, and other strong cycling nations.
Facing the largest and most competitive field ever assembled in this category at the Pan American Championships, Millington demonstrated her resilience and talent. She held her own impressively, finishing in 11th place out of 17 riders. She completed the 13.1-kilometre course along the scenic Rambla Lorenzo Batlle Pacheco in Punta del Este, Uruguay, in a time of 21 minutes and 25.38 seconds.
The gold medal was claimed by Luciana Osorio Bentancur from Colombia, who clocked a winning time of 18 minutes and 50.66 seconds. Her compatriot Estefania Castillo Lopez secured the silver medal, finishing in 19 minutes and 22.06 seconds. The podium was completed by Marlen Rojas Lescot from Chile, who took the bronze medal with a time of 19 minutes and 35.72 seconds.
Millington's 11th-place finish in her first Pan American appearance is a commendable achievement, showcasing her potential on the continental stage against some of the best junior riders in the Americas. The experience gained from competing in such a high-calibre event will undoubtedly be invaluable for her future development in the sport.
Monday, April 21, 2025
White Supports Teammate's Victory in PNE Road Race
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Conor White played a supporting role for his MUC-OFF-SRCT-STORCK team in a demanding PNE National B Road Race, which saw his teammate Edward Morgan emerge victorious. The event also held the distinction of being the South and South West Senior Open Regional Road Race Championships.
The challenging race unfolded over 10 and a half laps of a testing 12.9-kilometre circuit around Owslebury in Hampshire, accumulating a total distance of approximately 130 kilometres. The course was characterised by its undulating terrain, featuring a significant climb close to the finish line that ultimately proved decisive in shaping the outcome of the race.
While White himself finished further down the field in 27th position, his teammate Edward Morgan demonstrated impressive strength and tactical awareness. Morgan launched a decisive attack in the finalé, breaking away from Josh Housley (Primera-TeamJobs) to clinch the win. This victory marked MUC-OFF-SRCT-STORCK's sixth road race triumph of the season, highlighting their strong team performance. Danylo Riwnyj (Foran CT) completed the podium, finishing in third place.
The attritional nature of the course and the relentless pace took its toll on the riders, with the decisive climb near the finish providing the platform for Morgan's winning move. White's presence in the peloton will have undoubtedly contributed to the team's overall strategy, even if he wasn't in contention for the top spots himself. The race served as a stern test for all involved, with Morgan's victory a testament to his endurance and finishing power.
