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Breaking Through: The Rise of African Cycling
“The Rise of African Cycling”
3.0 / 10• 2023• 51m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
Biniam Girmay’s recent successes have shown that African cycling is on the up, ready at last to follow athletics and football into the big time. But why has it taken so long, and what’s needed to take it all the way? Set against the beauty and battles of the Tour du Rwanda, we explore the past, present and future of riders from Eritrea, South Africa, Rwanda and more, meeting Girmay and the rising stars hot on his heels, as well as the people passionate about giving these riders the opportunities they deserve. This is the story of the next great continent in cycling - Africa.
Cast & Crew
BG
Biniam Girmay
Self
LeadCF
Chris Froome
Self
XV
Xylon Van Eyck
Voiceover
What People Are Saying
2.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Andy McGrath's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Breaking Through: The Rise of African Cycling is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”






