Malete on Time Trial title mission

The cyclist will be competing in the elite men's 42km category. Last year, he won the championship ahead of Lloyd Molale and Thabiso Mokalake. Unfortunately, Molale will not be on the starting line-up. The time trial is a solo effort in which competitors set off at staggered times rather than in a grouped peloton. They cover a much shorter distance than that of the road race, as the time trial rarely exceeds 50km. Speaking to MmegiSport, Malete said he has been busy with work but does sessions at intervals every day. “I just do one-hour training because, as you know, the ITT race is not long.

My plan is to go out there and defend my 2024 title. I am ready to deliver some good results, and I am hoping for some better sensations. I am ready to face any challenge ahead of me,” he said. However, it will not be an easy win for Malete as stiff competition is expected from the new elite entrant, Matlhogonolo Botlhole. He moves to the elite level holding the Under-23 title from last year. “It will be my first time as an elite cyclist, and I want to do my best. My preparations have been well. The plan is to represent my country at the upcoming Africa Championships, so I must work hard to get the national team selection,” Botlhole said.