Niyonshuti, now 29, started cycling when he was 15 and immediately displayed some ability, finishing third in his first race. "Most young cyclists in Rwanda never have that chance which is why I opened my foundation." "When I finish my career, I can go back to Rwanda and help Rwandan kids and Rwandan people to know more about cycling," he said. Since then he has concentrated on road cycling and will take part in Saturday's road race alongside some of the world's best, including Tour de France champion Chris Froome. "Young cyclists coming out of Rwanda are inspired by what I'm doing.

Source: Bangkok Post August 05, 2016 22:41 UTC