Champions in the Making: Local Cyclists participate at Sabie Classic XCM

Written on 05/06/2025
Gideon Muteb


A strong group of young local cyclists delivered impressive performances at this past weekend’s Sabie Classic XCM, earning several podium finishes and top-10 placings across various age categories.

Highlights

10 km Race:

Mikal Terblanche – 3rd (Nipper Boys)

Hayleigh Hodgskin & Owen Hodgskin – both 4th (Nipper Girls / Sub-Nipper Boys)

19 km Race:

Ewan Terblanche – 2nd & Lian Scott – 3rd (Sprogs Boys)

Lauwrens Marais – 5th (Sub-Junior Boys)

Divan Els – 10th (Sub-Junior Boys)



40 km Race:

Kyla Eksteen – 4th & Dankika Scott – 5th (Youth Girls)

65 km Race:

Grovè Eksteen – 9th (Masters Men)

Lawrens Scott – 11th (Vets Men



Congratulations to all the riders! The tough trails and strong competition brought out the best in our local athletes — and the community couldn’t be prouder.



Parents in also joined in on the action. iNews gives a shoutout to these dedicated participants:

Kymberly Hodgskin

Karien Nel

Relda Terblanche

Greg Hodgskin

Jacques Nel