WALTER Grant Stuart, a one-handed individual, was the man who emerged victorious in the feature event of the Carlton Wheelers Cycling Club’s 7th annual cycling meet which was held yesterday at the Everest Cricket Club Ground.

National Cycling Coach Hassan Mohamed embraces Walter Grant Stuart who won the feature 30 lap race. Also in the picture are Junior Niles and Enzo Matthews the first and second runners-up in that event.

Stuart also competed in the category 3&4 event, in which he placed third, and the Devil takes the hindmost event.

Stuart who received a lucrative payout for his exploits yesterday said that he is a very humble individual who is devoted to and passionate about cycling.

Another shining star at yesterday’s meet was Christopher Holder who won the Juveniles, Juniors, Category 3&4 (unknown distance) and Juniors and Juveniles 12-14 yrs open events.

Alonzo Greaves also had an impressive day as he claimed the Devil takes the Hindmost race for the second year running; he also claimed victory in the category 1&2-5 & 10 laps races.

Raymond Perez picked up a double as he won in the BMX Boys 6 to 9 years and 9 to 12 years categories. The veterans also had a say as Jaiden Blackman won the Veterans under 50 race while Aubrey Springer won in the over 50 Veterans category.

National Cycling Coach and President of the Carlton Wheelers Cycling Club, Hassan Mohamed regarded yesterday’s event as a continuing success, he said that it is not everyday that facilities are available for a track meeting and he is very thankful to Everest for rendering the ground for use.

All in all Mohamed said that it was a good day of activity and he emphasised his happiness with the fact that the BMX riders gave 100% participation to the day’s proceeding.