Eritrean becomes first Black African to win Tour de France stage | DW News

an Eritrean cyclist has made history at this year’s Tour de France. Biniam Girmay has become the first Black African to win a stage during the famous race. Celebrating the moment, the 24-year-old rider dedicated his stage 3 victory to “the continent of Africa.“ Later posting on social media... ’’Let me open the door.“ A reference to his ambition to inspire more Africans to take up the sport. 00:00 Eritrea’s Biniam Girmay wins stage 3 in Tour de France 00:52 DW speaks with David Kinjah, Kenyan cycling pioneer and former pro 06:05 DW speaks with Kimberly Coats, CEO of Team Africa Rising Subscribe: For more news go to: Follow DW on social media: ►Facebook: ►Twitter: ►Instagram: ►Twitch: