Trinidad and Tobago Secures Gold in Men’s Team Sprint at Pan Am Championships
Trinidad and Tobago won gold in the men’s team sprint at the 2025 Elite Pan American Track Cycling Championships in Asunción, Paraguay. The trio of Nicholas Paul, Njisane Phillip, and Ryan D’Abreau outperformed teams from Colombia and Paraguay. Nicholas Paul will seek to defend his keirin title, with other athletes, including Makaira Wallace and Akil Campbell, competing in upcoming events.
Trinidad and Tobago commenced their participation in the 2025 Elite Pan American Track Cycling Championships with success, securing gold in the men’s team sprint event on April 2 at the National Olympic Velodrome in Asunción, Paraguay. The accomplished trio of Nicholas Paul, Njisane Phillip, and Ryan D’Abreau exhibited exceptional prowess and defeated top regional competitors, including silver medalists Colombia, while Mexico claimed the bronze after overcoming host nation Paraguay.
The team from Trinidad and Tobago entered the qualifying round impressively, achieving a time of 44.087 seconds, which positioned them as the second fastest qualifiers behind Colombia, who clocked 44.076 seconds. Canada followed in third with a time of 44.719 seconds. In the first round, Trinidad and Tobago surpassed Brazil by nearly two seconds, posting a time of 43.394 seconds as Brazil recorded 44.736 seconds.
In the semifinals, the Trinidad and Tobago team maintained their momentum, decisively defeating Paraguay to secure their place in the gold medal final. Against Colombia, Trinidad and Tobago showcased their superior skills and emerged victorious, with Paul, Phillip, and D’Abreau clinching the gold medal.
Following this victory, Nicholas Paul is set to defend his men’s keirin title for a third consecutive year on April 3. He will compete alongside the experienced Njisane Phillip and the promising talent Ryan D’Abreau. Furthermore, sprinter Makaira Wallace will compete in her elite-level debut during the first round of sprint qualifying, while endurance cyclist Akil Campbell will take part in the men’s scratch race.
In summary, Trinidad and Tobago’s cycling team achieved a remarkable start to the 2025 Elite Pan American Track Cycling Championships by winning gold in the men’s team sprint. Their impressive performances throughout the qualifying rounds and finals highlighted the team’s strength against formidable competitors. The subsequent events will showcase more talent from Trinidad and Tobago as they aim for further success in various cycling disciplines.
Original Source: newsday.co.tt
