Cycling: Uphill climb, but Singaporean rider Goh relishing pro stint in Europe

Singaporean cyclist Goh Choon Huat is the first Singaporean cyclist to race for a professional team in Europe. PHOTO: COURTESY OF GOH CHOON HUAT
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SINGAPORE - It was a day of firsts for Singaporean cyclist Goh Choon Huat.

On Aug 3, he made his competitive debut for professional outfit Team BikeExchange in his first race in Europe - the Vuelta a Burgos in Spain - only to be hit by strong crosswinds.

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