Cycling South Africa has addressed a case of racism involving cyclist Dusty Day who referred to fellow rider Luthando Kaka by the derogatory ‘K-word’ during a road race on February 15.
The matter was presented to Cycling SA’s Disciplinary Committee and Day was provisionally suspended immediately.
Day laid a subsequent counter charge against Kaka, and following the same disciplinary process, Kaka was placed under provisional suspension.
Upon representation from Kaka’s advisors to Cycling SA, by mutual agreement between the parties, Kaka’s provisional suspension was lifted on February 27 until the finalisation of the disciplinary hearing.
Cycling SA awaits the finalisation of the DC process after which further statements will be made.
Cycling SA has expressed its disappointment at this incident and said they view the matter in a very serious light.
Cycling SA further reiterates its zero tolerance approach to racism in any sport.
