GFNY recognizes their contribution at the awards ceremony of the 11th GFNY World Championship NYC 

New York City, May 19, 2023 – On May 21, 2023, GFNY is holding the 11th edition of the GFNY World Championship NYC.  On this occasion, the GFNY Hall of Fame will honor five new inductees to recognize their contribution to GFNY.  In alphabetical order: 

Chris Geiser started at GFNY as an ambassador, group ride leader and world traveller to many GFNYs. But he soon became the professional voice of GFNY whether as the GFNY Conference host or in his articulate written contributions around GFNY and cycling.  

Cedric Haas built GFNY in France to six races in three short years. His relentless work and passionate pursuit to excellence helped inspire and grow a GFNY France team that creates amazing experiences. 

Chris Jensen’s support of GFNY’s emergency management operations in Rockland from the governmental agencies side is key for a smooth race.  

Alex Ostroy’s creative design work is legendary in cycling circles. He was instrumental in manifesting the brand through the GFNY jersey design that made tens of thousands of riders look great for already a decade.

Mark Sokolich, long standing Mayor of Fort Lee, has been welcoming the GFNY expo and finish festival in Fort Lee. It’s the ideal home base of the race with its proximity to NYC yet local, welcoming feel.  

GFNY is thanking these extraordinary people for all they have contributed to make GFNY what it is today. The celebration will take place on May 21 during the race awards ceremony at the finish of the 11th GFNY World Championship NYC.

About GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series

GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing, planning and organizing events. The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents.

Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience, GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first.

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Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others, themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge.

Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY World event.

Further Material for Media Use

Official GFNY World Championship NYC video: here

GFNY Press Images: here 

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

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