The race began at 11:30 AM on Wednesday, February 21st, with 90 cyclists embarking from Karongi to Rubavu, covering a 93-kilometer route. The race’s initial phase witnessed multiple breakaway attempts, with Eritrean cyclist Araya and Algerian Azzedine Lagab making notable efforts to advance.
Chris Froome also made a solo breakaway, albeit temporarily, before being absorbed back into the main group.
Pierre Latour of TotalEnergies later surged ahead, creating a considerable distance from the peloton.
He maintained this lead until Brieuc Rolland from Groupama-FDJ overtook him, setting up an exciting climax. However, the pack caught up with Rolland as they neared Rubavu, leading to a mass sprint towards the finish.
In the race’s critical moments, William Lecerf Junior showcased exceptional speed, breaking away to secure the victory. This win underscored the collective strength of the Soudal Quick-Step team, with Pepijn Reinderink successfully holding onto the overall lead.
Additionally, Mugisha Moise’s performance as the top Rwandan, securing the 18th spot with the same time as Lecerf, was noteworthy. He solidified his position as a promising national talent, ranking 17th in the general classification, only seven seconds behind the leader.























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