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.
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