Cycling

The Nu Ride, a popular recreational cycling event in Colombia, will take place in Medellín for the first time on April 11, 2026, expecting around 1,000 amateur cyclists. It celebrates five years of Nu's operations in the country and shifts venue from Bogotá.

20 Mwezi wa tatu, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

Colombian cyclist Walter Vargas secured his seventh gold medal, the fourth consecutive, in the elite time trial at the Panamerican Road Championships in Montería. Jerónimo Calderón added bronze in under-23. Colombia leads the medal table with two golds, one silver, and two bronzes.

Four-time Tour de France winner Tadej Pogačar has been named global brand ambassador for KuCoin, a cryptocurrency platform with a history of regulatory violations. The partnership, announced at an event in Vienna, emphasizes themes of trust and performance. However, KuCoin has faced fines and bans for anti-money laundering failures.

19 Mwezi wa kwanza, 2026 Imeripotiwa na AI

Karabo Mashele started the 'Girls on Bikes' initiative a few years ago to encourage more women to cycle in Johannesburg. The group rides, now in their third year, provide a safe and supportive environment for female cyclists. Participants highlight the social benefits and improved safety over solo riding.

A 55-year-old cyclist was left in life-threatening condition after falling onto a curb in Bochum. Police report the incident occurred on a cycle path Wednesday afternoon. No other road users were involved.

2 Mwezi wa kumi na moja, 2025 Imeripotiwa na AI

Charles Coste, Olympic team pursuit champion at the 1948 London Games, has died at 101. He was the penultimate torch relay runner at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony, moving the world. The oldest living Olympic champion leaves a vast sporting legacy.