Defending champ Jeffrey wins Cheddi Jagan Memorial race

Back to Back! Star cyclist Raynauth Jeffrey receives his trophy for winning the 16th annual Cheddi Jagan Memorial 55-mile road race from CEO of BK International, Brian Tiwari. (Orlando Charles photo)

Eighteen-year-old Raynauth Jeffrey yesterday sped off with the 16th annual Dr.Cheddi Jagan Memorial 55-mile cycle road race leaving a star-studded field that included national cyclists and seasoned veterans in his wake.

In hot, windy conditions Jeffrey won in two hours, 13 minutes and 26 seconds,