Biniam Girmay of Eritrea recorded many historic firsts in 2022.
The cyclist made his mark as the first African to win a one-day classic when he raced to victory at the Gent-Wevelgem. He achieved another career-high at the Giro d’Italia where he became the first African to win a Grand Tour stage.
It was only the 22-year-old’s first time at the Giro d’Italia and no one can bet against him building on his 2022 achievements to have an amazing career.