Hopkins Navigates Finish to Secure Top-30 in Larissa
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Bermudian cyclist Kaden Hopkins maintained his strong start to the Tour of Greece, finishing safely within the lead group after a high-speed sprint finish on Stage Two.
Representing the Atom 6 Bikes – Cycleur de Luxe – Auto Stroo Continental Team, Hopkins took on a 157.6km route from Karpenisi to Larissa. Despite a significant early climb over the Tymfristos, the race transformed into a tactical battle on the long, flat approach to the capital of the Thessaly region.
The Serbian national champion, Dušan Rajović, proved to have the fastest legs on the day, powering to a victory that secured his team’s eleventh win of the season. Hopkins displayed sharp tactical awareness to avoid the chaos of a frantic final kilometre, crossing the line in 26th place.
In a testament to the competitive depth of the field, Hopkins clocked a time of 3:36:15—the same time awarded to the first 101 riders across the line.
The result keeps Hopkins well-positioned in the general classification following his top-ten finish on the opening day.
Thursday, May 07, 2026
Heartbreak for Narraway in Brutal Gila Monster Finale
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Bermudian cyclist Nicholas Narraway saw his impressive Tour of the Gila campaign come to a premature end after a grueling final stage in the high deserts of Southwest New Mexico.
The 38th edition of the prestigious stage race reached its climax with the infamous Stage Five—a punishing 161.9km road race from Silver City to Pinos Altos. Known as the "Gila Monster" due to its relentless climbing and high-altitude attrition, the stage proved to be a bridge too far for a significant portion of the peloton.
Narraway, representing Competitive Edge Racing, was one of three riders from his team forced to withdraw before reaching the summit finish. In a day defined by heavy winds and punishing gradients, the young Bermudian was unable to complete the course, bringing a sudden halt to what had been a promising week of racing.
Prior to the final stage, Narraway had demonstrated remarkable resilience and tactical maturity. After navigating the high-altitude individual time trial and several hilly road stages, he had climbed to a commendable 46th position overall in the general classification.
Missing out on the final finish line at Pinos Altos means Narraway was unable to defend or improve upon that standing, but his performances across the opening four stages have further cemented his reputation as a rising force in North American cycling.
Despite the DNF (Did Not Finish) on the final day, Narraway leaves New Mexico having held his own against some of the world's elite continental teams, gaining invaluable experience in one of the sport's most physically demanding environments.
Wednesday, May 06, 2026
Narraway Gains Ground in Gruelling Tour of the Gila
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Bermudian cyclist Nicholas Narraway has climbed the general classification standings at the 38th Tour of the Gila after a resilient showing in the high deserts of Southwest New Mexico.
Taking on one of North America’s most demanding stage races, Narraway was back in action for Stage Four, a 69.5km circuit that both started and finished in Silver City. In a fast-paced day of racing through the high-altitude terrain, the Bermudian maintained his composure within a tightly packed field.
Narraway crossed the line in 71st place with a time of 1:27:31. Despite the mid-pack finish, the competitive nature of the stage was evident, as he ended the day just 14 seconds adrift of the stage winner, Patrick Welch.
The performance proved vital for Narraway’s overall ambitions in the desert. His consistency over the 69.5km route allowed him to make upward strides in the general classification.
Narraway is currently 46th, with a cumulative time of 8 hours, 30 minutes, and 30 seconds.
With momentum on his side, Narraway continues to navigate the heavy attrition and thin air of New Mexico as the prestigious stage race enters its final chapters.
Wednesday, May 06, 2026
Hopkins Secures Top-Ten Finish in Tour of Greece Opener
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Cyclist Kaden Hopkins made an immediate impact on the international stage, clinching a tenth-place finish in a frantic opening stage of the Tour of Greece.
Representing the Atom 6 Bikes – Cycleur de Luxe – Auto Stroo Continental Team, Hopkins was part of a high-calibre peloton that took on the 171.6km opening leg from Ioannina to Agrinio. The stage was defined by tactical positioning as the riders navigated the lengthy route, eventually culminating in a mass sprint finish.
Hopkins demonstrated sharp competitive instincts in the closing kilometres, crossing the line in 3:26:56. In a testament to the intensity of the finale, he recorded the exact same time as the stage winner, Mathis Avondts, missing out on the podium by a mere fraction of a second.
Hopkins’ strong start in Greece continues a busy period for the island’s elite cyclists. He is currently one of three Bermudian male cyclists competing at the professional level overseas, alongside teammates Nicholas Narraway and Conor White, as they continue to fly the flag in major international tours.
Tuesday, May 05, 2026
Narraway Battles Through Opening Stages of Tour of the Gila
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Nicholas Narraway has begun his campaign at the 38th edition of the Tour of the Gila, taking on one of North America’s most demanding stage races in the high desert of Southwest New Mexico.
The UCI‑sanctioned event features five stages for both the men’s and women’s fields: an Individual Time Trial, two gruelling road races, the fast‑paced Downtown Criterium, and a decisive final road stage. Riding for Competitive Edge Racing, Narraway has steadily worked his way through the opening three stages, showing resilience in a field stacked with elite climbing and time‑trial talent.
The race opened with a challenging 26km time trial in Tyrone, where riders faced long, exposed stretches and steady elevation. Narraway completed the course in 35:45, placing 37th, finishing 3 minutes 15 seconds behind stage winner Walter Vargas.
It was a measured start for the Bermudian, who settled into the rhythm of the race against some of the strongest time trial specialists in the field.
Stage Two delivered the Tour of the Gila’s signature test: the brutal Mogollon climb. Narraway crossed the line in 3:33:20, finishing 57th after a punishing ascent that has shaped many GC battles over the years.
His combined time after two stages stood at 4:09:06, placing him 52nd overall heading into the next day’s racing.
The third stage saw riders tackle a rolling 122.6km loop beginning and ending in Fort Bayard. Narraway completed the stage in 2:53:46, finishing 74th on the day.
Despite the tough terrain and rising fatigue across the peloton, Narraway made gains in the general classification, climbing to 49th overall with a cumulative time of 7:02:52.
With two stages still to come — including the high‑speed Downtown Silver City Criterium and the decisive final road race — Narraway remains well‑positioned to continue his upward trajectory. The Tour of the Gila is renowned for reshuffling the standings late in the week, and the Bermudian rider has shown the consistency needed to keep moving forward as the race intensifies.
