Guatemalan cycling lived a historical moment in the 2025 edition of the Bantrab International Cyclistic Tour, Thanks to the extraordinary performance of Mordaqueo Vásquez, who became the first Guatemalan to reach the final podium of this international competition.
With a second place in the general classification, Vásquez not only shone as the best national cyclist, but also left his mark In the history of the 2.2 ICU event that was played from April 30 to May 4 in the country.
“It was a rather difficult fight, We had been controlling about five from the general and we have given everything”, The runner -up, after crossing the goal in healing.
During the intense stages of the Vuelta, the cyclist originally from Totonicapán He demonstrated courage, strategy and impeccable preparation. Together with his team, he sought to break the group in the promotions and stay in the privilege stalls.
His constancy and temper allowed him to resist the fierce rhythm of the Colombian teams, “we entered the podium with the best teams in Colombia, in America… there are only champions in this return. It really was a very hard return and we have given it all day, I think nothing to regret and this motivates us, ”he proudly added.
A teamwork that was fruitful
The cyclist too He highlighted the effort of his technical team and colleagues, without which this result would not have been possible.
“A very special thanks to my team. Today they did a great job, and also to the entire staff, the coach, the masseuse, the mechanic … This is everyone’s triumph. “
In addition to his talent, Vásquez’s success is the result of his international preparation. Bantrab came on the return after competing in the Gila Tour in the United States, a high -level race that allowed him to reach his best physical form.
National pride on the podium
With this result, Guatemala goes up to the podium for the first time in the history of the return Bantrab, After four editions where foreign teams dominated, especially Colombians.
“From the first edition I knew it was a high level lap. Today, this podium fills me with pride is a motivation for me. “
Mordecao dedicated this achievement to his family, friends, sponsors and all the Guatemalans who have supported him throughout his career and especially in this competition.
#Returb2025 | Mordecao Vásquez achieves a historical podium in the fourth edition of the return Bantrab 2025, at the end of second in the general classification and best Guatemalan. (Free Press Photo: Érick Ávila) pic.twitter.com/7c8bx78Opf
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