Background on Key Figures and Relevance
Rubén Rocha Moya, the current governor of Sinaloa, Mexico, played a pivotal role in supporting and promoting sports events within his state. His commitment to fostering tourism, sports, and social cohesion has been instrumental in transforming Mazatlán into a prominent destination for various sports activities. On November 9, 2025, Governor Rocha Moya attended the award ceremony for L’Étape Mazatlán by Tour de France 2025, an event that highlights the region’s growing importance in the cycling world.
Award Ceremony Details
Accompanied by Mireya Sosa, the Secretary of Tourism for Sinaloa, and Estrella Palacios, the Mayor of Mazatlán, Governor Rocha Moya presided over the award ceremony for both the short (65 km) and long (112.4 km) routes of L’Étape Mazatlán by Tour de France 2025. The event took place in the port city of Mazatlán, showcasing the region’s natural beauty and its potential as a premier cycling destination.
Short Route (65 km) – Female Category
- 1st Place: Marisela Ávila Caso from Jalisco
- 2nd Place: Nancy Flores from Mexico City (CDMX)
- 3rd Place: Alejandra Romero from Mexico City (CDMX)
Short Route (65 km) – Male Category
- 1st Place: Alejandro Salinas from Mexico City (CDMX)
- 2nd Place: Yahir Arroyo Hernández from Nuevo León
- 3rd Place: Ricardo Vargas Cedillo from Morelos
Long Route (112.4 km) – Female Category
- 1st Place: Andrea Elizabeth Martínez from Sinaloa
- 2nd Place: Montserrat Pérez Vera from Mexico City (CDMX)
- 3rd Place: Gabriela García González from Sinaloa
Long Route (112.4 km) – Male Category
- 1st Place: Diego Méndez Cuadra from Jalisco
- 2nd Place: Rodrigo Romero Hernández from Sinaloa
- 3rd Place: Alejandro Velarde Osuna from Sinaloa
Participant Gratitude and Future Events
The participants of the race expressed their gratitude to Governor Rocha Moya for organizing such events that elevate Sinaloa’s profile. They also extended invitations to the governor to participate in future sports events planned in Mazatlán. This gesture further emphasizes the growing camaraderie between athletes and local authorities in promoting sports and tourism.
Government of Sinaloa’s Initiatives
Through actions like these, the Government of Sinaloa actively promotes sports, tourism, and healthy social interactions. By diversifying the range of events available for recreation and strengthening social bonds among Sinaloans and visitors, the region continues to flourish as a vibrant destination for sports enthusiasts and tourists alike.
Key Questions and Answers
- Who attended the award ceremony? Governor Rubén Rocha Moya, Secretary of Tourism Mireya Sosa, and Mayor Estrella Palacios of Mazatlán.
- What were the categories and distances for the L’Étape Mazatlán by Tour de France 2025 event? The short route was 65 km, and the long route was 112.4 km, with separate categories for female and male participants.
- Who were the winners in each category?
- Short Route (65 km) – Female: 1st – Marisela Ávila Caso (Jalisco), 2nd – Nancy Flores (CDMX), 3rd – Alejandra Romero (CDMX)
- Short Route (65 km) – Male: 1st – Alejandro Salinas (CDMX), 2nd – Yahir Arroyo Hernández (Nuevo León), 3rd – Ricardo Vargas Cedillo (Morelos)
- Long Route (112.4 km) – Female: 1st – Andrea Elizabeth Martínez (Sinaloa), 2nd – Montserrat Pérez Vera (CDMX), 3rd – Gabriela García González (Sinaloa)
- Long Route (112.4 km) – Male: 1st – Diego Méndez Cuadra (Jalisco), 2nd – Rodrigo Romero Hernández (Sinaloa), 3rd – Alejandro Velarde Osuna (Sinaloa)
- What was the reaction of participants towards Governor Rocha Moya? Participants expressed gratitude for the events organized by Governor Rocha Moya and invited him to participate in future sports events in Mazatlán.
