http://www.newtimes.co.rw/section/article/2014-11-29/183541/
Eritrea’s Debesay tips Rwandan cyclists to shine
By: Peter Kamasa
- *Published:* November 29, 2014
Eritrean and Africa’s top cyclist Mekseb Debesay has tipped Rwandan riders
to be the best on the continent.
Debesay rides for German-based team Bike Aid and won the mountain climbing
category in the Tour du Rwanda. The 23-year-old says Tour du Rwanda winner
Valens Ndayisenga and Jean Bosco Nsengimana who finished in second place
have potential.
“Everyone that took part and watched the Tour du Rwanda saw their
potential, it is hard to beat them, they are like fighters so I believe
that Rwanda has a good future in cycling,” Debesay said adding that the
hilly terrain of Rwanda works well for local cyclists in races that involve
hilly routes.
Although he failed to impress in the Tour du Rwanda winning just one stage,
Mekseb had a good season this year winning African road cycling
championship and is keen to be the first Eritrean to ride in the Tour de
France.
Received on Sat Nov 29 2014 - 16:49:39 EST