Yet another significant achievement for Aidar Zakarin, who continues to stand out on the international cycling scene, reaffirming his high level of competitive ability.
The three-time winner of the Cyprus Gran Fondo took the podium at the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships, held in Niseko, Japan, finishing in 3rd place in the men’s 19–34 age group, in the individual time trial.
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Zakarin completed the course in a time of 18:12.49, winning the bronze medal in a race marked by exceptionally high-level competition.
This latest success marks yet another significant milestone in the career of an athlete who has made a name for himself at the Cyprus Gran Fondo, having celebrated three victories at the Cyprus event (2023, 2024, 2025).
Through the Cyprus Gran Fondo, organized by Activate Cyprus and attracting over 400 cyclists each year, 25% of participants are given the opportunity to compete in the World Championships, the final stop of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series.
The Cyprus Gran Fondo began in 2012 as the Volkswagen Cyprus Cycling Tour and has been part of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series calendar since 2017. In 2027, the Cyprus Gran Fondo, centered in the Paphos district, will take place over three days, March 26–28.
