When the gates open at Bellville Velodrome on 13 November, South African cycling fans will have the opportunity to cheer on two riders who represent both the future and the present of South African cycling. Daniyal Matthews and Gustav Roller, teammates at Tshenolo Pro Cycling Team, will proudly wear South African colours at the Track International.
While they race together throughout the year on the road, both riders also bring impressive track credentials to Cape Town.
Daniyal Matthews: From African Track Champion to National Road Champion
Cape Town-born Daniyal Matthews has built one of the most impressive all-round résumés in South African cycling. In 2023 he was part of the South African squad that won the African Team Pursuit Championship, demonstrating his pedigree on the velodrome.
Matthews has also enjoyed success on the road. His breakout result came when he claimed the South African National Road Race Championship, one of the country’s most prestigious titles.
Now racing professionally for Tshenolo Pro Cycling Team, Matthews continues to compete internationally while remaining one of South Africa’s strongest endurance riders.
Career Highlights
- South African National Road Champion. (2025)
- African Team Pursuit Champion (2023).
- Represented South Africa at elite international road and track competitions.
Gustav Roller: South Africa’s Rising Star
At just 19 years old, Gustav Roller has already established himself as one of the most exciting young talents in African cycling. Roller has been dominant on both road and track from a young age, winning national titles across multiple age groups and setting numerous South African records.
His biggest achievements came in 2026 when he captured four African Championship titles, winning the Points Race, Elimination Race, Madison and Team Pursuit.
Roller also claimed South African elite titles in the Omnium and Elimination disciplines and has gained valuable international experience racing in Belgium before joining Tshenolo Pro Cycling Team.
Career Highlights
- Four-time African Elite Track Champion (2026).
- South African Elite Omnium Champion.
- South African Elite Elimination Champion.
- Former South African Junior Road Champion.
Teammates on the Road, Teammates for South Africa
The partnership between Matthews and Roller extends beyond the velodrome. Both riders race for Tshenolo Pro Cycling Team, one of South Africa’s leading continental squads. Their shared experience racing together on the road brings an additional level of teamwork and understanding as they represent South Africa on home soil.
For spectators, it is a rare opportunity to witness an established national champion and one of Africa’s brightest young stars competing together in international competition.
Be There to Witness World-Class Racing
The Track International at Bellville Velodrome will feature South Africa’s best riders taking on international competitors in one of the country’s most historic cycling venues.
Come support Daniyal Matthews, Gustav Roller, and Team South Africa as they take to the boards in front of a home crowd.
Bellville Velodrome
Friday, 13 November
7:00pm – 10:00pm
Tickets: R200
Fast. Tactical. International. Don’t miss your chance to see two Tshenolo teammates chase glory in South African colours. 🇿🇦🚴♂️
About the author:
Jaco is a Masters Track Cyclist, coach at MAX VELO Coaching and organiser within the South African track cycling community. He specialises in helping busy masters athletes maximise performance through structured, evidence-based training.
👉 Join the MAX VELO Masters Community and receive the 7 Principles for Endurance Performance free, plus ongoing coaching insights to help you ride stronger, longer and faster.
