Maltese cyclist Andrei Cassone, 17, made history on Friday, 6 November, after completing the Everesting challenge at San Martin.
The young rider spent 18 hours climbing more than 9,050 metres, surpassing the 8,848-metre height of Mount Everest. The challenge involves repeatedly cycling up the same hill until the total elevation matches the height of the world’s highest mountain.
Despite heavy rain during the evening, which made the climbs and descents more difficult, Cassone pushed on to complete the challenge.
His latest achievement adds to an impressive list of results since taking up road cycling just last year.
Earlier this season, he finished third overall at the Tour ta’ Malta, becoming the first 17-year-old to reach the event’s overall podium. He also claimed the National Under-19 titles in time trial, road racing and mountain biking.
His performances earned him selection to represent Malta at the UEC European Championships in Slovenia in October.
Cassone also finished among the top three per cent of more than 1,800 participants at the Pogi Challenge, an event associated with Slovenian cycling star Tadej Pogačar.
Photo source: Audrey Cassone
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