Western and Southern Commands secure victory in Inter-Command Cycling Championship

The Western Naval Command won the men’s category while the Southern Naval Command secured the women’s title at the Inter-Command Cycling Championship 2026.

The event took place at SLNS Thambapanni on 7 November 2026, featuring 41 male and 25 female cyclists representing Naval Commands.

Leading Engineering Mechanic WDM Kumara of the Western Naval Command took first place in the 80-kilometre men’s race. Leading Infantryman MPRR Priyadarshana of the Eastern Naval Command finished second, while Petty Officer CE Hettiarachchi of the Western Naval Command placed third.

In the 15-kilometre women’s race, Woman Ordinary Seaman TTO Wimalarathna of the Southern Naval Command claimed victory. Woman Ordinary Seaman NGWMNK Wijesekara, also representing the Southern Naval Command, finished second, followed by Woman Recruit TN Premalal of the Eastern Naval Command in third place.

Director General Budget and Finance, Rear Admiral Anuruddha Karunahtilake, graced the awards ceremony as the Chief Guest. The Secretary Sri Lanka Navy Cycling, Captain Deshapriya Weerarathne, Commanding Officer SLNS Thambapanni, Commander Buddhika Tharanga and a group of officers and sailors were present on this occasion.