Richard Carapaz the cyclist who surprised us with his skills in recent months again surprised us with a new formidable performance. "La locomotora de Carchi" won the gold medal in the Olympic games at dawn on July 24, 2021. The difficult competition was a 234 km test which was initiated in Musashinonomori Park and ended at Fuji International Speedway after approximately six and seven hours of travel.
The Ecuadorian cyclist achieved an incredible feat, not only for his country if not for Latin American as it is the first time that A cyclist of this place reaches the longed gold medal. And his records do not stop there because with this victory "Richie" became the first cyclist in obtaining podium in the Olympics and in the three great cycling competitions, which are Tour de France, the turn of Italy, and the return to Spain. Undoubtedly an impressive achievement that makes us clear that our country has the talent to compete internationally and highlight in incredible and exciting ways.
Photo from: esciclismo.com, Competición Carretera, 2021
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