Accra-based FCG Cycling Club cyclist, Michael Naba won the first position in the Ghana Jersey and a gold medal in the 2023 National Cycling Championship held at Ho the capital of the Volta Region.
Micheal Naba displayed marvelously with his speed and stamina as he overcame 40 other cyclists to grab the championship prize.
In an interview, Naba emphasized that this year’s competition was very tough as compared to previous ones.
“This year’s competition has been very tough as compared to last year because the cyclists have proven to us that they can win gold medals for Ghana if they are given enough support”.
He crossed the finish line in four hours, one minute thirteen seconds over a distance of 139.2km of seven laps with an average speed of 34. 58,.
The two-day cycling event which is part of the qualifications marked for the upcoming Accra2023 Africa Games and Paris 2024 Olympic Games in France was a high attraction in the region.
Story by: George Opoku Boateng / Ahotoronline.com
