Dominica Cycling Association president Ronald Charles has congratulated national cyclists Ajani Casimir and Kohath Baron after their participation in the 2026 Caribbean Cycling Championships in the Dominican Republic on October 11.
Casimir finished eighth in the event, a result that places him among the leading riders from the region. Baron also represented Dominica at the championships, which brought together cyclists from across the Caribbean.
Charles told Dominica News Online on Monday that the association is proud of both riders. He said their participation reflects the continued development of cycling in Dominica and the commitment of the athletes to compete at the regional level.
The Caribbean Cycling Championships is one of the region's premier events for the sport, attracting national teams and individual riders from across the Caribbean. For a small island nation like Dominica, sending cyclists to compete against larger territories is a significant undertaking, requiring support from the association, sponsors and the athletes themselves.
Casimir's eighth-place finish is a notable achievement in a competitive field. It demonstrates that Dominican cyclists can hold their own against some of the best riders in the Caribbean and provides a benchmark for future performances.
The Dominica Cycling Association has been working to raise the profile of the sport locally, encouraging young riders and organising events. The participation of Casimir and Baron at the championships is part of that effort, giving local cyclists exposure to high-level competition and the opportunity to learn from their peers.
Charles's public congratulations also serve to recognise the effort behind the results. Training and competing at the regional level requires discipline and sacrifice, and the association president's words highlight the importance of supporting athletes who represent Dominica abroad.
The championships took place in the Dominican Republic, a country with a strong cycling tradition and infrastructure for the sport. Competing there gave the Dominican riders a chance to test themselves on unfamiliar courses and against a deep field of competitors.
For Dominica, the result is a positive note in the ongoing effort to develop cycling. The association is expected to continue its work with young riders, and performances like Casimir's eighth-place finish can inspire others to take up the sport.
Further details on the championships and the performances of the Dominican riders were not immediately available. The association has not announced any additional events at this time.
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