Biniam Girmay’s historic cycling triumph mirrors Africa’s growing pedalling prowess

Biniam Girmay’s historic cycling triumph mirrors Africa’s growing pedalling prowess

By Bonface Orucho, bird story agency When 24-year-old Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay crossed the finish line first in the fourth stage of the Tour de France on Monday, July 1, it was a resounding testament to the growing prowess of African cyclists on the world stage. Girmay who cycles for Intermarche Wanty, a French cycling club, scooped the historical win becoming the first black […]

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Girmay first African to win Tour de France

Biniam Girmay made history by becoming the first African to win a stage at the Tour de France after a late crash disrupted Mark Cavendish's sprint into Turin. According to the BBC, Girmay from Eritrea clinched victory in a reduced sprint, with Fernando Gaviria of Colombia and Arnaud de Lie of Belgium taking second and third places respectively. Following the race, an emotional Girmay, aged 24, who previously won a […]

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