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Evenepoel Wins Third Straight Time-Trial World Title in Kigali

The win punctuated the World Championships' first staging in Africa.

Overview

  • The Belgian caught and passed Tadej Pogacar on the cobbled Kimihurura climb with about two kilometers to go, and Pogacar ultimately finished fourth at about 2 minutes 38 seconds back.
  • Jay Vine claimed silver at 1:14 and Ilan Van Wilder took bronze at 2:36, with Isaac Del Toro fifth at 2:40.
  • The course spanned 40.6 kilometers with 680 meters of elevation, featuring four climbs and a final cobbled ascent that crested roughly one kilometer from the line.
  • Marlene Reusser won the women's time trial ahead of Anna van der Breggen and Demi Vollering.
  • Organizers reported record participation with 108 nations and 769 riders, including teams from 36 African countries, after no delegations withdrew despite earlier political criticism and security concerns.