Wallace powers to keirin victory in Pennsylvania

Trinidad and Tobago's Makaira “Maki” Wallace delivered a stellar performance on Thursday night, clinching the women's keirin title at the UCI Class 2 Fastest Man/Woman on Wheels meeting in Breinigsville, Pennsylvania, USA.

Competing for the JLD-Pharmaco team, Wallace demonstrated composure and skill against a competitive field. She outpaced American Mandy Marquat for the gold medal, with Guatemala's Nicole Hacohen securing third place. The lineup also included notable cyclists such as Canada's Emy Savard, Argentina's Valentina Mendez, and New Zealand's Caitlin Kelly.

This victory marks a significant addition to Wallace's recent achievements. She has been building momentum following her participation in the UCI Class 1 event in Chile, where the Trinidad and Tobago sprint group gained crucial international track experience against strong continental rivals. The Chile campaign served as part of the preparation for the current North American double-header, offering riders another challenging test on the international circuit.

In addition to Wallace's success, other Trinidad and Tobago riders also competed in Breinigsville. Akil Campbell finished 11th in the men's omnium, Liam Trepte placed 22nd, and Quincy Alexander took 12th in the men's keirin. The event continues with sprint competitions, providing further opportunities for the T&T contingent to test their abilities and build on their encouraging international performances.