João Almeida, from Caldas da Rainha, was included in the Portuguese selection for the World Road Cycling Championships. The cyclist is the surprise on the list of Portugal's selected riders for the competition, which was announced today.
The national selection will present itself with 18 cyclists at this year's edition of the Worlds, which will be held in Montreal, Canada. The complete list of selected riders was revealed during the day today.
Portuguese readers, especially cycling fans and inhabitants of Caldas da Rainha, learn that one of their compatriots joins the national selection for one of the biggest world competitions in the sport. This call-up represents an important recognition for João Almeida, who will have the opportunity to compete at the highest international level representing Portugal.
This is our short summary of a report published by Diário de Leiria on 15 September 2026 at 12:30; the full text stays with the publisher. In our feed it sits under Sports, and it concerns Leiria. We currently carry 33067 items in that section.
All items in this section →
