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Nestlé Nestomalt powers professional cycling in Sri Lanka

01 Sep 2022

The “Nestomalt Cycling Challenge 2022” concluded successfully on Sunday (28 August), powering the ambitions of over 400 aspiring cyclists from around the country. Organised by the Cycling Federation of Sri Lanka under the guidance of the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs for the second consecutive year, the event was sponsored by the “Good food, Good life” company’s flagship brand – Nestlé Nestomalt. “For decades, Nestlé Nestomalt has energised Sri Lankan athletes to be 100% ready in body and mind. Staying true to our brand’s purpose of powering progress, we are pleased to collaborate with the Cycling Federation of Sri Lanka yet again, to provide a platform for our talented cyclists to showcase their skills, paving the way to fast-track their professional cycling careers,” said Nestlé Lanka Vice President – Dairy Ruwan Welikala.  The “Nestomalt Cycling Challenge” held for the first time last year, helped revive sporting activities in the country which were on hold due to the pandemic. Following its roaring success, the organisers have decided to conduct the event annually to further strengthen professional cycling in Sri Lanka.  Seven races took place at Viharamahadevi Park, Colombo, amidst the cheers of enthusiastic spectators.    Results Standard (men) – Distance 38 km (1) H.K.N. Wanshappriya, 58.45, Sri Lanka Army  (2) Dilshan Vijitha Kumara, 58.45, Sri Lanka Army  (3) Chamara Madushan, 58.45, Sri Lanka Army  (4) Supun Madusanka, 58.45, Sri Lanka Army  (5), Pubudu Maduranga, 58.47, Sri Lanka Army     


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