Gesred Borg receives the second TGS Fair Play Award for 2025

Gesred Borg is the winner of the TGS Malta Fair Play Award covering April to June 2025.

This quarterly award, handed out by the Malta Sports Journalists Association and the Malta Fair Play Movement in collaboration with Together Gaming Solutions, is aimed at sporting individuals or teams who would have distinguished themselves with an altruistic gesture of fair play during official and/or non-official competitions.

During the International Tour ta’ Malta, held between 24th and 27th April 2025, Gesred Borg, a dedicated and accomplished Masters cyclist with Team Greens, demonstrated an outstanding act of sportsmanship and generosity.

During the second stage, the challenging San Martin course, Gesred remained with the race leaders and was on track for a strong stage finish. However, on the penultimate lap up the steep San Martin climb, he witnessed a mechanical failure suffered by his teammate, Joaquin Rojas, who at the time was in second place in the general classification. Joaquin’s rear derailleur broke, rendering his bike unusable.

Without hesitation, Gesred stopped mid-race and selflessly offered his own bike to Joaquin, allowing him to continue and defend his position in the Tour. This extraordinary gesture meant that Gesred sacrificed his own chances of achieving a personal result, despite having trained so hard, to support his teammate, who ultimately finished on the podium.

This act reflects the true spirit of cycling and sportsmanship.

“An act of sportsmanship that deserves loads of applauds and recognition. A true gentleman of high ethical values. Well done to Gesred,” said Edward Licari, Director of Together Gaming Solutions.

The presentation of the TGS Malta Fair Play Award was hosted by Edward Licari, Director of Together Gaming Solutions, at their offices in St. Julian’s. Charles Camenzuli was present on behalf of the Malta Fair Play Movement, while Lorraine Cunningham (MSJA General Secretary) represented the Malta Sports Journalists Association.

Members of the public, teams, or officials can notify the Malta Sports Journalists Association and the Malta Fair Play Movement of any fair play gesture by contacting them at info@maltasportsjournalists.com for consideration.

Photo caption: (From left) Lorraine Cunningham (MSJA General Secretary), Edward Licari (Director of Together Gaming Solutions), Gesred Borg and Charles Camenzuli (Chairman Malta Fair Play Movement).