Harry Hudson of Great Britain won the junior men’s road race at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali, Rwanda. The 119 km race tested the riders with several steep climbs.

Hudson attacked with 36 km to go on a climb when the pace slowed. He rode solo to the finish, crossing the line 16 seconds ahead of his rivals. France’s Johan Blanc took silver, and Poland’s Jan Michal Jackowiak earned bronze.

Britain enjoyed a strong day, with Max Hinds and Matthew Peace finishing in the top five. This dominant display highlighted the depth of British junior cycling.

Hudson became the first British male rider to win the junior men’s world title. Soon after the race, the Lidl-Trek team announced that he would join their development squad in 2026.

After the win, Hudson said his attack was instinctive rather than planned. He admitted he feared being caught but stayed focused and held on. He called the victory “crazy” and the best moment of his young career.

Juan Ayuso produced a powerful ride to win stage seven of the Vuelta a España, marking an impressive comeback in the race.

The young Spanish rider attacked strongly in the final kilometers, leaving his rivals behind to secure the stage victory. His performance showed resilience after earlier challenges in the opening stages, proving his determination to stay in contention.

Ayuso’s win also boosted morale for his team, as they look to build momentum in the days ahead. The stage result reshaped the general classification, with Ayuso reminding fans and competitors that he remains a serious contender in this year’s Vuelta.

The victory not only lifted his confidence but also energized Spanish supporters, who cheered loudly as one of their rising stars triumphed on home soil. With many tough stages still to come, Ayuso’s success sets the tone for what could be a defining campaign in his young career.