GIRL POWER TO THE FORE

It was a day for the women in Tinwald Cycling Club’s, Brad Hudson Flooring : Mathieson Chartered Accountants, 38km handicap event on the Wakanui – Hakatere course on Sunday.

Six of the top seven positions were filled by the ladies, an even more impressive effort when you take into account that over sixty riders went to the start line.

Kelly Dixon had the final say in the sprint to the finish to claim victory and major spoils from Michelle Knight, who put a spirited battle to secure second place.

Lucy Kirwan opened her seasons account with a gutsy ride, filling the final podium position.

Janette Hooper continues to improve with a fine fourth place.

Doreen Lembke took fifth with Brett McGinity in sixth place, the first man home.

Scratch rider Bailey O’Donnell carried on his great form from the recent junior Tour of Southland claiming fastest time honours, riding the course in 49.45. Darrell Kircher and Steve Hands took second and third time.

The juniors and division 2 contested a 16km handicap.

Scratch marker Abe O’Donnell had a day to remember securing the victory and taking fastest time honours covering the distance in 26.10.

Maddie Lowry charged into second place with Rosie Gray right on her tail in third position.

Noah Hollamby backed up last week’s win with a solid fourth place.

Ethan Titheridge’s strong start to the season continued securing fifth and third fastest time with Timaru visitor Mitchell Fitsimmons taking second time.

Beth Begg dug deep to take division 2 honours from Keryn O’Donnell and Jacquie Fitzsimmons.

Lily Davidson rode a super race to win the junior development 8km, holding out a fast finishing Jack Templeton.

Next week the Club will contest a 45km handicap event on the Dawson Road block.