The first Maltese female cyclist to win the Tour of Malta is appealing to cyclists and drivers for mutual respect on the road, where, she says, the life of animals is often better safeguarded. "Cyclists are very vulnerable on the road," Marie Claire Aquilina said. "Cyclists and drivers need to respect each other and be more cautious. It would be nice to create a sense of community and look out for each other," she said to all road users. The 39-year-old has written her name in the annals of the International Tour of Malta after becoming the first local woman to claim the title at the 22ndedition. An accountant by profession, Ms Aquilina has been competing in races since 2004, building up momentum. She was close to winning the tour two years ago, but victory escaped her when she suffered a puncture and a crash with another cyclist. Ms Aquilina told this newspaper it was hard to describe what she felt when she realised she had secured a win, but it was "definitely a very good feeling", considering the various mishaps and sacrifice she has endured over the years. Cycling is her first priority in her free time. Other interests, such as travelling and skiing, had to make way for the...
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