The cycling championship schedule is set for the upcoming days, featuring multiple age groups and disciplines. Competitions for 16-year-olds, youth, U23, and veterans are scheduled to take place from Thursday through Saturday. The elite men’s and women’s races are slated for Sunday, with women competing in the 120.8 km group race and men participating in the 161 km race.
Dalius Levickis, president of the Lithuanian Cycling Sports Federation, highlighted the significance of the event, noting that the championship brings together top road cyclists from all three Baltic countries. He emphasized that the level of competition is expected to be high. Levickis pointed out that success at national championships contributes valuable points to both the athletes and the nation’s overall standing.
These points accumulate alongside those earned in other international competitions, making the race in Panevėžys a crucial event for selection purposes for the world championship. The women’s field is expected to include Olympic athletes such as Olivija Baleišytė and Daiva Tušlaitė-Rag, indicating a high caliber of participation across the championship. The structure of the race ensures comprehensive coverage of cycling talent, from developing riders to seasoned veterans, within the competitive Baltic region.
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