The event is set to celebrate sports, showcase Africa's growing role in hosting major competitions, and highlight the historical significance of cycling.
Lappartient shared these remarks on December 24, 2024, in a message addressed to the global cycling community.
He emphasized that the past year had been remarkable for UCI events, notably with the UCI Road World Championships including races for para-cyclists for the first time.
Reflecting on the upcoming championship in Kigali, he described it as an extraordinary event.
'The very first UCI Road World Championships will take place in Africa. This will take place in Kigali in September. It will reflect the growing role of Africa in this cycling both in terms of sports and the organization of international events,' Lappartient said.
'We are very much looking forward to this unique UCI World championship which promises to be extremely exciting. We eagerly anticipate the year ahead in particular, the event in Rwanda, which beyond the sporting aspect, will have symbolic strong significance,' he added.
Lappartient concluded his message by extending his best wishes for a successful end to 2024 and a prosperous 2025.
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