Merhawi Kudus
Eritrean cyclist
Merhawi Kudus Ghebremedhin (Tigrinya: መርሃዊ ቕዱስ ገብረመድኅን; born 23 January 1994) is an Eritrean professional cyclist, who currently rides for UCI ProTeam Burgos Burpellet BH. During his professional career, Merhawi has taken seven victories including the African road race championship, three national titles across the road race and time trial, and the general classification at the 2019 Tour du Rwanda.
Career
Born in Asmara, Merhawi was named in the start list for the 2015 Tour de France, becoming one of the first two black Africans to start the Tour alongside teammate and countryman Daniel Teklehaimanot. At the age of 21 Merhawi was the youngest rider in the race. He was named in the start list for the 2016 Giro d'Italia.
He competed in the men's road race at the 2020 Summer Olympics.
Merhawi won the road race at the 2025 African Road Championships, finishing 1-2 with fellow countryman Awet Aman.
Personal life
One of six children, Merhawi's younger brother Milkias has also competed professionally in cycling.
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