Prince Albert II took to the podium on Sunday afternoon to present trophies to the winner’s of Beking Monaco, one of Monaco’s most popular cycling competitions.Â
The annual charity cycling event took place at Port Hercule, drawing large crowds of spectators, and counting its most successful edition yet.
Spectators and enthusiasts flocked to the port from 9am, ready to witness professional cyclists competing in the challenges, and bringing their kids to meet their cycling idols, take home autographs and even try the very same track before and after the challenges with their own bikes.
Meanwhile, the crowd that gathered for the men’s category official kick-off was treated to a spectacular display of speed as 35 professional cyclists navigated the tight 1.35 kilometre course.
The bikes flashed past at truly breathtaking velocity, the pack creating a blur of colour and sound that kept viewers on a tight chokehold throughout the race. It was formula 1 on two wheels…pure speed and adrenaline coursing through Monaco’s famous circuit.
After the challenges and during the awards ceremony, Prince Albert applauded Italy’s Jonathan Milan, who claimed victory in the men’s race ahead of Tour de France champion Tadej PogaÄŤar and local favourite Victor Langellotti.
In the women’s competition, which was held for the very first time this year, Dutch champion Lorena Wiebes took the honours, with Poland’s Kasia Niewiadoma and Italy’s Anna Trevisi joining her on the podium.
“The pace was high from the start,” said Milan afterwards. “It’s great to see how cycling can bring together so many people.”
Organised by the Beking association with support from CMT, the fifth edition of the event raised funds for the Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation and Fight Aids Monaco.
“I really enjoyed Beking,” said Wiebes. “It’s really special to run here.”
See more of the action in our video reel below…
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