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How Biniam Grimay’s historic victory celebration took an unpleasant turn
Biniam Grimay finished stage 10 with a blazing sprint in a historic victory at Giro d’Italia
The 22- year old cyclist became the first Black African rider to win a grand tour stage
However, the celebration turned rather bitter as champagne cork struck his eye on the winner’s podium.
Grimay was treated in the Ambulance after the celebrations.
He later missed the post-race interviews and was taken to the hospital for further care.
Grimay is now out of the Giro d’italia because of the eye injury.
Shreya Vats Contributed to the report