Tsgabu Grmay added another national title to the Team MTN-Qhubeka tally, after winning the individual time-trial at the first ever Ethiopian national championships on Thursday.
Grmay, who is also the country’s first pro cycling export, covered the 28km course in 34 minutes and 14 seconds.
The 21-year-old said his form was really good and he was happy to win. “This was a major goal that I have been working towards.”
The Ethiopian’s victory adds to the other national titles already in the team.
Jay Thomson claimed the South African road race title earlier this year while Louis Meintjes won the U23 road and time-trial championships. Last month, Ignatas Konovalovas was crowned Lithuanian time-trial champion for the fourth time.
In March, Grmay won a stage of the Tour of Taiwan en route to finishing second overall. His focus now switches to the road race on Sunday.
Tsgabu Grmay adds National Title with ITT victory. Photo: Team MTN Qhubeka
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