Narraway’s Desert Test as Tucson Classic gets Underway
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Bermuda's Nicholas Narraway began his 2026 season in the desert heat of Arizona, representing Competitive Edge Racing in the opening stages of the Tucson Bicycle Classic. The young rider, who recently enjoyed a breakthrough year with national and Caribbean titles, is using the prestigious four-stage event to test his form against a high-caliber North American field.
The competition opened with the Marana Time Trial, a 4.5-mile (7.2 km) flat, point-to-point course that served as a pure test of individual power. Narraway navigated the smooth pavement of the Chuck Huckelberry Loop to finish 76th with a time of 8 minutes and 54 seconds. The stage was claimed by Eric Brunner of Project Echelon Racing, who clocked a blistering 8:00.8 to take the first leader's jersey of the weekend.
The action then shifted to the notorious Sahuarita Road Race, a 20.5-mile (33 km) loop characterized by wide-open desert views and the daunting presence of Helmet Peak. Narraway faced a grueling afternoon in the saddle, eventually crossing the line in 93rd place with a time of 3 hours, 2 minutes, and 12 seconds.
The Bermudian finished 6 minutes and 33 seconds behind stage winner Luke Elphingstone, who secured victory for Project Echelon Racing in 2:55:39. Despite the tough result in the Sahuarita heat, Narraway remains focused on building momentum as the race moves toward the final stages in downtown Tucson.
Friday, February 20, 2026
White Agonizingly close to second podium in Santiago
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Conor White continued his historic campaign at the 2026 Pan American Track Championships in Santiago, Chile, proving that his opening-day gold was no fluke as he battled through a grueling double-session on the track.
Following his sensational victory in the scratch race, the Bermudian first turned his attention to the Men's Individual Pursuit. Competing against the region's premier endurance specialists, White secured a respectable 13th place finish with a time of 4:25.697. The event was dominated by Mexico’s Sebastian Ruiz Teran, who claimed gold in a blistering 4:11.375, leaving White 14.32 seconds adrift of the winning mark in a high-caliber field.
However, it was the afternoon's Points Race where White truly shone once again. In a field of 17 starters, of which only 11 finished, White delivered a gritty, tactical masterclass over the 160-lap, 40km marathon.
White asserted his dominance early, successfully lapping the entire field to bank a crucial 20 points. He remained a constant threat throughout the tactical "chess match," winning three or four of the individual sprints held every ten laps.
The finish was ultimately shrouded in "bittersweet" frustration. White finished in fourth place, a mere five points away from the bronze medal. He came agonizingly close to lapping the field for a second time in the final stages—a move that would have propelled him into the silver medal position—but a late surge from the peloton caused the group to string out, denying him the final connection.
Despite the narrow miss, White remained upbeat about his debut Pan Am points performance, noting that a top-four finish following his previous night's exploits was a significant milestone for Bermudian cycling on the world stage.
Thursday, February 19, 2026
White Makes History with Golden Debut in Santiago
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Conor White has etched his name into the history books, becoming the first Bermudian to compete at a Major International Track Cycling Championship. Lining up at the Pan American Track Championships in Santiago, Chile, White delivered a performance for the ages on the very first day of competition.
Standing atop the podium, White claimed the Gold Medal in the Men's Scratch race, fending off elite competition to secure a landmark victory for the island. He outpaced American Grant Koontz, who took silver, and Akil Campbell of Trinidad and Tobago, who rounded out the podium with bronze.
The men’s scratch race is a grueling "first-past-the-post" endurance event, held in the high-speed environment of an indoor velodrome. Typically covering 15km—or 60 laps on a standard 250m track—it is a mass-start contest where all riders begin simultaneously. The straightforward nature of the race, where the first across the finish line wins, makes it an ultimate test of raw speed, tactical awareness, and pure endurance.
White’s historic debut not only marks a personal milestone but signals a significant breakthrough for Bermudian cycling on the global stage. As the championships continue in Santiago, all eyes will be on whether this golden start can inspire further success for the island's pioneer on the track.
Pan American Track Championships Men's Scratch Race 2026 Results
1 Conor WHITE - Bermuda 2 Grant KOONTZ - United States of America 3 Akil CAMPBELL - Trinidad and Tobago 4 Fernando Gabriel NAVA ROMO - Mexico 5 Marcos Omar MENDEZ - Argentina 6 Clever Jose MARTINEZ MOROS - Venezuela 7 Red WALTERS - Grenada 8 Chris ERNST - Canada 9 Diego JAMEN - Uruguay 10 Lauro Cesar MOURO CHAMAN - Brazil 11 Vidal Carlos DOMINGUEZ SILVA - Paraguay 12 Esteban David VILLARREAL ALMEIDA - Ecuador 13 Robinson Steven RUIZ CALLE - Peru 14 William De Jesus GUZMÁN ROSARIO - Dominican Republic 15 Cristian ARRIAGADA PIZARRO - Chile 16 Jordan Arley PARRA ARIAS - Colombia -1 17 Andrew RAMSAY - Jamaica -2
Thursday, February 12, 2026
BBA Chiefs Secure Global Safety Certification
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The Bermuda Bicycle Association (BBA) has taken a significant step toward elevating the standard of local competition after two of its most prominent figures secured internationally recognised safety qualifications.
Peter Dunne, President of the BBA, and Debbie Titterton Narraway, a member of the Executive Committee, have both successfully completed the UCI Event Safety Manager Programme and examination. The certifications, awarded on Tuesday, February 10th, 2026, come from the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) and the UCI World Cycling Centre.
Both Dunne and Narraway are active race directors and officials, and this new qualification is now mandatory for any nation hosting UCI-level events. The knowledge gained will be applied directly to Bermuda’s most prestigious races, including the National Road Championships, the Individual Time Trial, and the National Mountain Bike Championships.
The certification also covers the island's high-profile holiday tradition, the Sinclair Packwood Memorial Race, as well as the President’s Cup. For these events, the new safety standards will require more structured planning, formal risk assessments, and closer coordination with emergency services.
Despite the move toward international compliance for major events, the BBA remains committed to protecting the "volunteer-driven culture" of local grassroots racing. The association noted that regular community-led road and mountain bike races are not expected to operate with the same level of formality as national championships.
Instead, the BBA plans to use this new expertise to: Review recurring safety themes throughout the season Offer guidance to volunteer organizers Identify practical improvements that reduce risk without adding unnecessary complexity
“In Bermuda, cycling happens on narrow roads and shared spaces, and we rely heavily on volunteers to make racing possible,” said Peter Dunne. “This certification helps us apply the right level of safety planning to the right events. It supports our volunteers and strengthens our racing culture while keeping events accessible and community-driven.”
By meeting these international obligations, the BBA ensures Bermuda remains eligible for major global cycling events while continuing to foster its unique, local racing heritage.
Sunday, February 08, 2026
Hopkins Faces Surgery After Training Crash in Spain
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Bermudian cyclist Kaden Hopkins is facing a significant setback just weeks before his debut season with Belgian continental side Atom 6-Cycleur de Luxe-Auto Stroo was set to begin.
The 25-year-old, who recently celebrated a return to elite European competition, suffered a broken collarbone during the final climb of a grueling training camp in Calpe, Spain.
The injury comes at the end of what had been an exceptional week of preparation. Hopkins and his teammates had safely covered over 1,000 kilometers of riding, including a staggering 15,500 meters of elevation over six days.
The crash occurred on the final day of the camp, turning an "amazing week" into a medical emergency. Hopkins was transported to Benidorm Hospital, where he is expected to undergo surgery tomorrow.
"Cycling is such a tough, demanding and at times dangerous sport," his father, Greg Hopkins, posted on social media. "We are so grateful to his team for taking such good care of him and to Diego [Milan] and Abner for being there for him. True friends."
Despite the timing of the injury—occurring right as the Belgian season is scheduled to start in late February—the Bermudian standout remains positive about his return.
Hopkins entered the 2026 season in what has been described as "incredible shape," following a successful 2025 campaign where he secured multiple stage victories in Guadeloupe. His new team, Atom 6, had signed him as their 17th and final rider, valuing his "proven winning instinct" and experience in high-stakes European racing.
This is not the first time Hopkins has demonstrated remarkable resilience. In early 2025, he returned to winning ways just a week after a high-speed collision in Bermuda that left him unconscious. Fans and teammates alike will be hoping for a similarly swift recovery as he aims to rejoin the peloton for the spring classics in Belgium.
