CYCLING: FARRAKHAN SHAABAN MOHAMMED AND FOSTER DOEVI(Bullet) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE NATIONAL CYCLING ROAD CHAMPIONSHIP AFTER THE UCI ATHLETES DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM IN SOUTH AFRICA.

By Elizabeth Gyamfi

The cycling community is abuzz with anticipation as Farrakhan Shaaban Mohammed of River Park Eastern Region Cycling Club in Oda and Foster Doevi, popularly known as “Bullet,” of Gladiators Cycling Club in Accra, prepares’ to bring their experience and competitive edge to the National Cycling Championship scheduled for 30th November 2024.

Both athletes, celebrated for their remarkable contributions at the cycling program, have been pivotal in harnessing the support provided by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) Athlete Development Program in Cape Town, South Africa.

So far six athletes through the federation, have benefited from the UCI Athletes Development Program since 2014. The beneficiaries had five males and one female-namely, Anthony Boafo Boakye Dankwa from River Park BA cycling club, Abdul Razak Umar of Die Hard, Frank Awuku David Akuffo of The Boss Tribe cycling club (TBT), Clementina Ayoung of River Park GT. Accra cycling club, Farrakhan Shaaban Mohammed of River Park Eastern Cycling club and Foster Doevi of Gladiators Cycling Club.

However, Key Highlights to Watch Out For:- Athlete Development Initiatives: That is, Leveraging insights from UCI programs, with Mohammed and Doevi having implemented advanced strategies to enhance athletes’ performance and readiness.

Increased Competitiveness: Participants and fans can expect tighter competition as athletes showcase their refined skills and techniques.

Strategic Organizing Influence: Their expertise has helped shape the event into a benchmark for national championships, spotlighting local talent on a global scale.

Meanwhile, the event will feature the 2023 national champion, the Elites-Men Gold Medalist Michael Naaba of FCG cycling club based in Accra, Prince Kudufia of Team Epic based in Accra and Emmanuel Sesi of Royal Stars based in Volta Region.

It will also feature the junior category men gold medalist AbdulMajeed Sandah from Rainbow cycling club and the Women Elite category gold medalist Erica Sedzro of Club Sky Team with Farrakhan Shaaban Mohammed and Foster Doevi’s vision to steer the championship.

This year’s event will set new standards in cycling in Ghana. Cycling enthusiasts, supporters, and the public are encouraged to mark their calendars and join the celebration of cycling excellence on 30th November 2024 at Vicolis Olebu Ablekuma Pokuasi Route.

All motorists plying that route on that date are cautioned to abide by the traffic control and safety rules as the police will be on duty to ensure order and security.

The federation expresses its profound gratitude to the sponsors of this year’s championships particularly Prudential Life Insurance Ghana, DHL Global Forwarding, Peeva Beverages and ASA Plus Destination.

Source : Ghana Cycling Federation

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