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KINGSTON, Jamaica \u2014 Four national cyclists will depart the island next week for Belize to participate in the 2025 Caribbean Elite Road Cycling Championships from October 9th\u00a0to 13th.<\/p>\n
The team comprises\u00a0Andrey Ramsay, Jaequan Dixon, Melvin McFarlane, Llori Sharpe\u00a0and Coach Carlton Simmonds.<\/p>\n
Team Jamaica will face a strong field of riders from 15 Caribbean countries, competing for qualifying spots for the 2026 Caribbean and Central American (CAC) Games in Santo Domingo, from July 24th\u00a0to August 8th.<\/p>\n
The Jamaica Cycling Federation says Ramsay, a seasoned rider and past national champion, has participated in previous Caribbean championships and is prepared for the challenge, whereas McFarlane, a newcomer to racing, made his debut at the 2025 National Championship in July and clipped Ramsay for the national title.<\/p>\n
Both McFarlane and Ramsay will race as an elite, while Dixon will race as a U23. They are expected to perform credibly, aiming to earn their spot for the CAC Games.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Sharpe, the federation revealed, has just recovered from an injury sustained when she was struck from her bike by a motorist, but is preparing to defend her title at the championships and secure a spot for the CAC games.<\/p>\n
Simmonds is confident the team\u2019s physical and mental preparation will put them in contention for top spots at the championships.<\/p>\n
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