Top Rwandan rider Adrien Niyonshuti has renewed his contract with MTN-Qhubeka which will see him ride for the team which will be named Team Dimension Data in 2016.

Niyoshuti will start his 8th season with the African outfit next year and is the longest standing team member. It’s a recognition for the big part he played in the team’s success at races like the Coppa Bartali, Tour of Turkey and Tour of Utah in particular this year.

Adrien Niyonshuti
“I am very happy to stay with the team for another year, it is another great opportunity for me. With the news coming out of the team possibly moving up to World Tour, I knew I really wanted to continue with the team again. Being the first Rwandan to race at that level is a goal I had always looked forward to. I have spent some good time home in Rwanda and with my academy and they give me much motivation for the new season.”

“I am ready to work hard next season and help the team where ever I can. With a rider like Cavendish joining our team, who I have known since 2010, it will help our team to move up a level and I am happy that this can also help me to take the next step in my career.”

Douglas Ryder – Team Principal
“We are extremely happy that Adrien will continue to ride for us. He’s a true ambassador of the sport. Since he joined our team as a MTB rider, he has transitioned to a valuable road racer. Adrien took part in the 2012 London Olympics and some of the biggest road events in the world.”

“In his home nation Rwanda he set up his own academy where he shares his experience to support the future of Rwandan cycling. His profile in world cycling is a great addition to our African team and we look forward to his contributions in the months to come.”

1 COMMENT

  1. Well done Adrien, great to see your continued rise at the top level. Hopefully will see you in the Tour de France pulling for Mark Cavendish stage victories in your 9th year. Good luck my friend if you are reading this.
    Tony.

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