Cyclist Andrey Amador finished third overall in the opening stage of the 2016 Giro d'Italia on Friday, which starts with three stages in the Netherlands before going to Italy.
Hundreds of Ticos welcomed Costa Rican cyclist Andrey Amador at the Plaza de la Cultura in downtown San José after his arrival to Costa Rica Friday afternoon.
With a fourth place finish in the Giro d'Italia, Costa Rican cyclist Andrey Amador pedaled his way into history Sunday. One of cycling's prestigious Grand Tours, The Giro d'Italia is the most important cycling race next to the Tour de France, and the 28-year-old is now the highest placing Central American cyclist in history.
MADONNA DI CAMPIGLIO, Italy – Costa Rican cyclist Andrey Amador, who currently ranks third in the Giro d’Italia, said Monday during a break from the race that he is “proud” and “motivated” to defend his position “for as long as I can” before facing the last week of competition.
