Move over, cycling legends – there's a new trailblazer in town! 🌟 Eritrean cyclist Biniam Girmay electrified the Tour de France on Thursday, claiming his third stage victory this year with a heart-pounding sprint finish in Stage 12. The 24-year-old crossed the line roaring with joy, cementing his status as one of the sport's brightest rising stars.
🏆 Girmay's historic hat-trick makes him the first African rider to achieve this feat in a single Tour edition. Fans erupted as he dedicated the win to his home country, shouting: \"This is for Eritrea!\"
😱 Meanwhile, drama unfolded for Slovenia's Primoz Roglic – a favorite for the yellow jersey – who crashed hard for the second consecutive day. The former ski jumper finished bloodied and over two minutes behind rivals, shaking up the GC standings.
⚡ Why this matters: Girmay's triumph represents a seismic shift in competitive cycling, inspiring young athletes across Africa. His victory celebration – complete with signature dance moves – is already going viral 🕺. Stay tuned as the Tour heads into mountain stages this weekend!
