Carapaz - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Full Name: Richard Antonio Carapaz Montenegro 2. Date of Birth: May 29, 1993 3. Nationality: Ecuadorian 4. Professional Team: Ineos Grenadiers 5. Major Achievements: - Winner of the 2019 Giro d'Italia - Winner of the 2019 Vuelta a Asturias - Winner of the 2018 Vuelta a Asturias - Winner of the 2018 Vuelta a Burgos 6. Racing Style: Carapaz is known for his climbing abilities and has proven to be a strong contender in mountain stages. 7. Early Career: Carapaz began his professional cycling career in 2016 with the Ecuadorian team Movistar Team América. He then signed with the WorldTour team Movistar Team in 2017. 8. Breakthrough Year: Carapaz's breakthrough year came in 2018 when he won the Vuelta a Asturias and Vuelta a Burgos, showcasing his potential as a rider. 9. Giro d'Italia Victory: In 2019, Carapaz made history by becoming the first Ecuadorian to win a Grand Tour when he emerged victorious in the Giro d'Italia. 10. Future Goals: Carapaz continues to aim for success in the Grand Tours and hopes to add more victories to his palmares in the coming years.