The track shows no mercy. Not to fatigue, not to distraction, not to being forgotten. This past Friday marked the beginning of one of the most intense and demanding competitions in national cycling. This black and white series documents the first part of that day: the start of a silent battle, a mechanical dance where every pedal stroke is a statement.
The images capture the moments before the race, the launch, the tension, and the fury buried in the asphalt. With my Canon 5D Mark III, I focused on two essential visual languages:
— Motion and speed, portrayed through panning shots with the Canon 70-300mm, where the rush and determination come alive.
— And frozen moments using the 135mm f/2.8 Prakticar, where every face, every strained muscle, reflects the raw commitment of these athletes.
The choice of black and white was intentional: it strips away distractions, revealing only the essential. Sweat gleams like silver. Shadows scream in silence. Light becomes both witness and judge.
Yet, one truth hits harder than any lens can capture. Despite the passion and discipline this sport demands, one of the most popular and admired by the people, promotion and recognition remain painfully scarce. Media coverage is poor, stands half full. It’s frustrating. Because what happens on this track deserves to be told, shared, and valued.
Through photography, my goal is not only to document, but to give voice. Each image seeks to elevate this competition, to honor those who give everything on every lap, and to claim the space that national cycling truly deserves.
This is just the first release. Many more images remain, many more stories to tell. And as long as the wheels keep turning, I’ll keep aiming my lens, so silence doesn’t win this race.
