Rest Day for Gauta BMX boys as they edge closer to Cape Town
After 12 days on the road, the Gauta BMX Boys took a rest day on Saturday after one of them suffered a knee injury.
One of the boys, “Max the Goat,” has been riding with an injury for the past three days and requires medical attention. The young cyclists Karabo Mokowo [21], Mahlakwane Gauta [22], and Maxwell Ndou [24] have embarked on a 1,700km ride from Burgersfort to Cape Town.
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They have received support from many South Africans who have contributed in different ways since their story started making headlines. After riding for 12 days, the boys are only left with 320km before they can reach their destination.
After three days of a knee injury, Max [The Goat] can not temporarily continue with his trip and will be receiving immediate medical attention. Like any other team, if a player gets an injury the team mates continue with mandate,” wrote DJ Karri who has been travelling with the trio.
“But like any resilient team, when one rider is down, the mission carries on. His brothers are still pushing forward — fuelled by purpose, unity, and heart.
“Rest day for the boys while waiting for Maxwell “The Goat” to recover, we will continue again tomorrow [Sunday],” he added.
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Meanwhile, In support of Maxwell Ndou, who is a Lephalale, Mayor of Lephalale Local Municipality, Aaron Mokgetle travelled to the Western Cape on Thursday to meet with the trio.
“The municipality is backing this initiative, recognizing its potential to positively impact the youth as one of the cyclists Mr Maxwell Ndou who is a resident of Lephalale Town is part of the campaign,” said the Municipality.
The Mayor stated that the Municipality backs this effort initiated by the trio. Furthermore, the Mayor indicated that Lephalale Local Municipality will collaborate with the private sector to initiate a program to launch such activities in Lephalale.
