Sky rider Mancebo takes first stage of Jelajah Malaysia


Francisco Mancebo of Sky Dive Dubai celebrated his victory as he crossed the finishing line at the Ministry of Tourism and Cultural building in Putrajaya, on Wednesday.

PUTRAJAYA: Sky Dive Dubai cyclist Francisco Mancebo showed his credentials by claiming a superb solo victory in Stage One of the 51st Jelajah Malaysia race from Menara DBKL in Kuala Lumpur to the Ministry of Tourism and Culture here.

The 39-year-old Spaniard joined a 28-man breakaway after the 39.4km Batu Arang second climbing zone before heading out alone for the rest of the race.

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