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Biniam Girmay Makes History with Stage Three Win at Tour de France

Posted : 02 July 2024

Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay celebrated his historic stage three victory at the Tour de France on Monday, dedicating it to "the continent of Africa" as Richard Carapaz claimed the overall race lead in Turin. Girmay, the first Black African to win a stage at the Tour, expressed the significance of the achievement for himself and Africa. Carapaz, meanwhile, became the first Ecuadorian to wear the yellow jersey, overtaking Slovenian Tadej Pogacar, who was delayed by a crash near the finish line.

 

Girmay's win places him as the third African to secure a stage win in the Tour de France, following South Africans Daryl Impey and Rob Hunter. Despite the challenges faced by African riders, including adapting to European conditions and learning new languages, Girmay credits his team's support for his development. The race standings remain tight, with Carapaz and Pogacar tied at the top, and Belgian Remco Evenepoel and Danish champion Jonas Vingegaard close behind.

 

Reflecting on his win, an emotional Girmay recalled the chaotic final moments where he narrowly beat Colombian Fernando Gaviria and Belgian Arnaud De Lie. The sprint finish was disrupted by a crash involving favorite Belgian Jasper Philipsen, causing a split in the peloton. Veteran sprinter Mark Cavendish, delayed by a wheel change, praised Girmay's victory as a significant moment for the Tour and for African cycling.

 

Carapaz, previously a podium finisher in the Tour, expressed his determination to defend the yellow jersey despite recent setbacks. After recovering from illness post-Tour of Switzerland, Carapaz felt optimistic about his form and vowed to maintain his lead. Girmay, reflecting on his journey from Eritrea, shared how watching the Tour de France with his father inspired him to pursue cycling, drawing motivation from fellow Eritrean cyclist Daniel Teklehaimanot. Girmay's victory in Turin marks another milestone in his career, following his 2022 Gent-Wevelgem win and Giro d'Italia stage victory.

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