Cycling: Suriname's Performance in Track Events
Suriname's presence in international track cycling showcases the determination of its athletes on the global stage. While the nation qualified a total of three cyclists—consisting of two men and one woman—the final entry list featured one male and one female competitor who stepped up to represent the country in high-intensity track events.
Key Facts
- Qualified Athletes: 3 (2 men, 1 woman).
- Entered Athletes: 2 (1 man, 1 woman).
- Competitors: Jaïr Tjon En Fa and Tachana Dalger.
- Events Contested: Individual Sprint and Keirin.
Track Cycling Competition Details
The athletes competed in two primary disciplines: the Sprint, a tactical race focusing on explosive speed over a short distance, and the Keirin, a race where cyclists are paced by a motorized bike before a final sprint to the finish.
Men's Individual Sprint
Jaïr Tjon En Fa demonstrated strong performance in the Men's individual sprint. Starting with a qualification time of 9.703, he successfully advanced through the early stages. In the Round of 16, he secured a win against Silva of Brazil (10.362). After receiving a bye, he continued his progression by defeating Rorke of Canada (10.143 / 10.246) and Wammes of Canada (10.161 / 10.103). His run eventually concluded in the semifinals following a loss to Paul of Trinidad and Tobago.
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Women's Individual Sprint
Tachana Dalger represented Suriname in the Women's individual sprint. She recorded a qualification time of 11.565, which placed her 16th overall. Consequently, she did not advance to the subsequent rounds of the competition.
Keirin Results
Both athletes also competed in the Keirin event. Jaïr Tjon En Fa competed in Heat 2 (FA), ultimately finishing in 5th place. Tachana Dalger competed in Heat 5 (FB), finishing the event in 9th place.
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Performance Summary
| Athlete | Event | Key Result/Rank | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaïr Tjon En Fa | Men's Individual Sprint | Semifinalist | Reached Semifinals |
| Jaïr Tjon En Fa | Men's Keirin | 5th | Heat 2 FA |
| Tachana Dalger | Women's Individual Sprint | 16th | Did not advance |
| Tachana Dalger | Women's Keirin | 9th | Heat 5 FB |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cyclists did Suriname qualify for the event?
Suriname qualified a total of three cyclists, comprising two men and one woman.
Who were the athletes that actually competed?
Only two athletes were entered into the competition: Jaïr Tjon En Fa and Tachana Dalger.
How far did Jaïr Tjon En Fa progress in the Men's individual sprint?
He progressed through the qualification, Round of 16, and quarterfinals, eventually reaching the semifinals where he was defeated by Paul of Trinidad and Tobago.
What was Tachana Dalger's result in the Women's individual sprint?
Tachana Dalger finished 16th in the qualification round with a time of 11.565 and did not advance further.
What were the Keirin rankings for the Surinamese athletes?
Jaïr Tjon En Fa finished 5th in the Men's Keirin, while Tachana Dalger finished 9th in the Women's Keirin.