· Central's Patrick Mugo uses his Tujiamini Silver award to purchase a brand New Trek Stache Mountain Bike.
· The Tujiamini Silver awards, sees winning applicants receive goods or services valued up to KSh100,000.
· Patrick aims to finish overall champion of the Kenyan Cycling Race Series 2024.
For professional cyclist Patrick Mugo, the dream of conquering the Kenya Cycling Race Series (KCRS) in 2024 just got a whole lot more attainable. Thanks to his recent recognition as a Tujiamini Silver Award winner by SportPesa, Mugo has been gifted a brand-new Trek Stache Carbon mountain bike, along with a pair of high-performance cycling shoes, perfectly timed for his upcoming competitions.
Patrick was one of 5 winners of the Tujiamini Silver Awards from Central, Kenya. The life changing Tujiamini initiative by leading online gaming firm SportPesa, announced 5 silver and 1 Gold winner from Central region last month. With Patrick’s purchase having to be shipped from the UK, he has had to patiently wait for his dream purchase to arrive.
The Trek Stache Carbon, a top-of-the-line mountain bike, is set to be Mugo's trusted steed as he takes on the challenging Wildathon MTB race in Naivasha on June 1st and the Sokoke MTB event in Watamu on May 26th. These races are crucial stepping stones in Mugo's quest to clinch the coveted KCRS title in 2024, a goal that has become more achievable with the support of the Tujiamini initiative.
Mugo, who recently finished an impressive 9th in the 2023 KCRS season, has been a decorated cyclist for the past six years, amassing victories at events like the Nakuru Black Mamba and Iten Black Mamba in 2021. His remarkable achievements even earned him a spot to represent Kenya at the Africa Continental Championships XCO in Namibia in 2022.
"Patrick's passion for cycling and his commitment to nurturing the next generation of Kenyan cyclists make him a truly deserving recipient of the Tujiamini Silver Award," said Lyle Asiligwa, a representative from DBA Africa, who partner with SportPesa on the Tujiamini initiative. "We're confident that with this support, he'll not only achieve his personal goals but also inspire countless young talents to pursue their dreams in the sport."
Beyond his personal ambitions, Mugo's vision extends to developing cycling programs in schools and establishing training camps throughout the Central region. His dedication to empowering more female cyclists and breaking down barriers in a male-dominated sport is an inspiration to all.
As Mugo prepares to take on the upcoming challenges with his new Trek Stache Carbon bike, the cycling community eagerly awaits the remarkable feats he is sure to accomplish. With the backing of the Tujiamini initiative and the support of SportPesa, Mugo's dreams of conquering the KCRS and leaving a legacy in Kenyan cycling are closer than ever before.