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The cycling world has officially arrived in Kigali, Rwanda, for the UCI Road World Championships, under the banner “Riding New Heights.” The event, which is attracting over 1,000 delegates from across the globe, kicked off with spectacular individual time trial victories. Belgium’s Remco Evenepoel continued his dominance in the Men’s Individual Time Trial, securing a third straight world title with a blistering 49-minute finish on the 40.6-kilometer course. Meanwhile, Switzerland’s Marlen Reusser celebrated a long-awaited and emotional first world championship win after several previous near-misses. This year’s competition is particularly historic, boasting a record participation of 35 African nations among the 106 countries represented. This landmark event signals a vibrant and expanding global future for the sport, all set against the dynamic backdrop of Rwanda.
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