Speed, stamina, and strategy were on display on Sunday morning as cyclists took over the B Route along Windhoek's Airport Road for the sixth edition of the Windhoek Power Pedal Series.

Elite men, elite women, open divisions, under-16 riders, and social categories all competed in cold and windy conditions on a course that tested endurance, teamwork, and tactics across the capital's terrain.

The race started early, with the elite men setting a fast pace along the airport route and immediately spreading the field as riders fought for position.

A breakaway group formed within the opening kilometres, forcing the peloton into a continuous chase that kept spectators engaged throughout the morning.

Vice Chairman of WWP, Stephanus Ferris, said that despite the cold weather, the strong turnout reflected growing interest in cycling across Namibia.

The event featured elite men and women, the men's and women's open divisions, under-16 riders, and social categories, all competing for top positions on the course.

In the elite men's race, Christian van Rensburg won after a tactical performance against strong winds and challenging conditions.

Van Rensburg said knowing when to conserve energy and when to attack was crucial on the airport circuit.

In the women's elite division, riders stayed together for most of the race before launching late attacks in a sprint to the finish.

The under-16 division also provided moments of excitement, with young cyclists showing skill and focus beyond their age group.

As competitors approached the final stretch, the race became a test of timing and endurance, with riders giving maximum effort for the final sprint to the line.

Organisers said events like the Windhoek Power Pedal Series play a role in developing Namibia's next generation of cyclists.

The morning's action highlighted the growth of cycling in Namibia, with riders demonstrating tactical awareness and competitiveness across all divisions.