Nagpur's young cyclist, Ansh Dhopte, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing the second position in the Under-18 BBCH23 Bangalore Classic Road Race, one of India's prestigious and highly competitive cycling events that attracts cyclists with national and international acclaim.

The Bangalore Classic Road Race is a challenging 92 km cycle race, and Ansh Dhopte showcased his cycling prowess by completing the race in an impressive time of 2 hours and 49 minutes, with an average speed of 32.5 kmph, securing the well-deserved second position.

Ansh Dhopte trains under the guidance of Dr. Amit Samarth, an internationally recognized ultra-cycling champion and Bicycle Mayor of Nagpur. Dr. Samarth expressed his confidence in Ansh's potential to become a higher-performing athlete and cyclist, applauding his early success in cycling races and encouraging him to continue the hard work.

Ansh's parents also spoke highly of his passion for cycling and the invaluable guidance provided by Dr. Samarth. In support of his aspirations, they granted him a year's break from studies to fully dedicate himself to the sport.

Ansh Dhopte has previously tasted success in cycling, having secured a gold medal in the Khasdar Krida Mahotsav in the Under-18 boys' category. With this impressive achievement, Ansh Dhopte has brought laurels to the city of Nagpur, and his dedication and talent promise a bright future in the world of cycling.