54 Riders For Jason Bally Memorial 100K Race, October 6th; Pollydore Wins Again

By Dean Greenaway

Despite burying the field with a punishing sprint to successfully defend his overall title in Sunday's third Jason Bally Memorial 100K, Guyana's Godfrey Pollydore rode with a disadvantage - one his opponents' wish they had.

"The race was good but I could have put a little more pressure," said Pollydore after winning the 62.5 mile race that attracted 54 riders in three divisions in 2 hours, 26 minutes and 36 seconds. "I just receive a new bike and today is the second day I rode it. I was riding at a little disadvantage, but I proved that I could ride with any disadvantage and ride well."

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