Why Eritrea is a dictatorship and cycling country: “It’s racing or becoming a soldier” | Abroad

It seemed like a fairy tale, how Biniam Girmay (21) was the first African ever to win Gent-Wevelgem. A super talent, from a cycling crazy country. Because yes, there is extensive cycling and support. But the reason why the race in Eritrea is so popular is a lot less fairytale-like.


Sven Spoormakers

29-03-22, 06:00



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