The picturesque New South Wales Southern Highlands came alive on Sunday 18 October, with more than 2,500 cyclists pedalling across the region’s roads for the 10th Bowral Classic gran fondo in Australia.
In the premier 150 km Maxi Classic, Brad Bannister rode solo across the finish line in 04:02:54, followed by Carlos Domingues in 04:03:53. Todd Stewart rounded out the top three in 04:08:24. In the women’s division, Dani Chattenton led the field in 04:22:33. Louisa Rieger finished second in 04:29:28, followed by Emma Padovan in 04:30:21.
In the 120 km Challenge Classic, riders faced an equally demanding course featuring gruelling climbs and fast descents. Results list Matt Kennedy as the first finisher in 03:40:07, followed by Mark Halpin 4 minutes 36 seconds later. Olivia Hobbs was the fastest woman in 03:55:11.
Natalie Wood claimed the women’s title in the 85 km Rouleurs Classic in 02:57:57, holding off Leontine Wijngaards, who crossed the line in 02:59:56. In the men’s Rouleurs division, Go Woody Go took the top spot in 02:30:16, narrowly beating Mark Fozzard, who finished in 02:31:35.
Beyond the riding achievements, the event raised more than $141,000 for local charities. The top fundraiser was Raffi Zakarian, who raised more than $34,000 for Bespoke Genetic Medicines Inc. while completing the Challenge Classic in 5:16:32.
View Bowral Classic results HERE
View Bowral Classic fundraising results HERE
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