Times Of Swaziland: TOP CYCLISTS FOR ROOI CHALLENGE

TOP CYCLISTS FOR ROOI CHALLENGE
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Sanele Jele on 17/06/2022 08:00:00


MBABANE – Two of the country’s shining cyclists will test their resolve
beyond the country’s borders.
These are MTN Khemani’s Muzi Shabangu and Kwanele Jele from Newcom Wheels, who
will today leave the country to a race in South Africa.
This was disclosed by Eswatini Cycling Association (ECA) Secretary Mxolisi
Shongwe yesterday. “Muzi and Kwanele are travelling tomorrow (today) to
compete in Gauteng at the Rooi Winter Challenge,” said Shongwe. He said it was
a 92-kilometre road race.“This forms part of the cyclists’ preparation for
the forthcoming Commonwealth Games in Birmingham,” he added.
The two cyclists have been selected among a team of 12 athletes for the
eagerly-awaited Commonwealth Games. The Games, officially known as the XXII
Commonwealth Games and commonly known as Birmingham 2022, are an international
multi-sport event for members of the Commonwealth that is scheduled to be held
in Birmingham, England from July 28 to August 8 this year. Jele was sent to Cape
Town for a one-month long training early this year. Muzi, on the other hand, has
been active in local and international races.
Games
Meanwhile, other athletes who make the list of Commonwealth Games qualifiers are
sprint sensations Sibusiso ‘Swazi Bolt’ Matsenjwa, Bongiwe Mahlalela and ace
high jumper, Erikah Seyama. Swimmers in Hayley Hoy and Simanga Dlamini will also
look to leave a mark in the pool. Under boxing, Thabiso Dlamini and Zweli
Dlamini will be in the spotlight inside the ring.