Nestlé Nestomalt powers professional cycling in Sri Lanka

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Winners with the presentation party (from left): Nestlé Lanka Vice President – Corporate and Regulatory Affairs Bandula Egodage, Nestlé Lanka Vice President – Dairy Ruwan Welikala, Nestlé Lanka Managing Director Jason Avancena, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Secretary Dr. Amal Harsha, and Sri Lanka Athletic Association President Gen. Palitha Fernando

The race in progress at Viharamahadevi Park

The Nestomalt Cycling Challenge 2022 concluded successfully yesterday, powering the ambitions of over 400 aspiring cyclists from around the country.

Organised by the Cycling Federation of Sri Lanka under the guidance of the Ministry of Youth and Sports for the second consecutive year, the event was sponsored by the ‘Good food, Good life’ company’s flagship brand – Nestlé Nestomalt.

The Nestomalt Cycling Challenge held for the first-time last year, helped revive sporting activities in the country which were on hold due to the pandemic. Following its roaring success, the organisers have decided upon conducting the event annually to further strengthen professional cycling in Sri Lanka.

Seven races took place at Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo, amidst the cheer of enthusiastic spectators.

Results – Junior Men (U19)

1. Deshan Kavinda, 44.11: Fun Bee Cycling Club

2. Sachin Umesh, 44.11: Kadirana Speed Cycling Club

3. Javinda Dilshan, 44.11: Boralesgamuwa Cycling Club

4. Vinod Prasanna, 45.55: Southern Cycling Club

5. Tharanga Fernando, 45.55: Golden Cycling Club