Ukraine's Anastasiia Saturava and Dmytro Starovoitov Compete at Dakar Youth Olympic Games, November 8-10

Ukraine's Competitors at the 4th Youth Olympic Games

According to НОК: Anastasiia Saturava and Dmytro Starovoitov will be representing Ukraine in road cycling at the 4th Youth Olympic Games, scheduled to take place in Dakar from November 8 to 10, 2026. The races will be held along Corniche West, a scenic coastal route connecting Dakar’s city center with its western and northwestern districts. Ukrainian viewers can watch the events live on the national broadcaster Suspilne Sport.

Profiles and Achievements

Saturava holds the Ukrainian national champion title in the group road race for both 2025 and 2026, while Starovoitov earned the individual time trial championship in those same years. Their training is guided by coaches Ruslan Parkhomenko and Serhii Chmyruk. The road cycling discipline includes two main race formats:

• Mass-start group races
• Individual time trials

Road cycling has been an integral part of the Olympic program since the inaugural 1896 Games, highlighting its longstanding significance in the world of sports. The 2026 Youth Olympics in Dakar promise to be a high-profile event that will spotlight Ukrainian talent on a global stage.

The participation of Saturava and Starovoitov marks a major milestone for Ukrainian road cycling, which continues to grow despite recent difficulties. Competing at Dakar offers these young athletes a valuable opportunity to showcase their skills internationally and inspire greater interest in cycling back home.

As Ukraine's cycling talents gear up for the upcoming Youth Olympic Games, it's worth noting that other young athletes are also preparing to represent the nation in various sports. For instance, Ukraine’s young track and field competitors are set to showcase their skills in Dakar, highlighting the country's growing presence in international sports events.