Day 3 of the UCI Road World Championships in Kigali wrapped up the Individual Times Trial races, with Megan Arens and Michiel Mouris making the Dutch team proud with victories of the coveted rainbow jerseys in women and men categories.
While singing the national anthem, emotions ran high and tears of joy flowed on Arens’ cheeks as she grabbed her first gold in the world juniors time trial.
The riders tackled a demanding 18.3km course on Tuesday, September 23, starting from BK Arena and finishing at the Kigali Convention Centre.
Arens, already regarded as one of the top prospects in the world, showcased her time trial strength throughout the course. She carried a narrow three-second lead into the final climb, before extending her advantage to more than 30 seconds over the last 4.6km.
Spain’s Paula Ostiz finished second, 35 seconds back, while Norway’s Oda Aune Gissinger placed third, 37 seconds behind.
For Rwanda, it was another tough race. Yvonne Masengesho finished 33rd with a time of 29 minutes and 43 seconds, 3 minutes and 55 seconds behind Arens, while Liliane Uwiringiyimana came in 40th out of 47 riders, trailing 5 minutes and 11 seconds from the winner.
The New Times’ photographers Dan Gatsinzi and Olivier Mugwiza captured some unforgetable moments from the finish line and the podium.
Megan Arens' team staff congratulates her for the crucial victory. Dutch rider Megan Arens was in tears after she powered to an emphatic victory in the junior women's time trial at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali, on Tuesday, September 23. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza and Dan Gatsinzi
Dutch rider Megan Arens after crossing the finish line at Kigali Convention Centre on Tuesday, September 24. Photos by Olivier Mugwiza
Dutch rider Megan Arens was in tears after she powered to an emphatic victory in the junior women's time trial at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali, on Tuesday, September 23. Photos by OLIVIER MUGWIZA
Spain's Paula Ostiz emerged second. Seen here celebrates with her teammate
Dutch rider Megan Arens was in tears after she powered to an emphatic victory in the junior women's time trial at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali, on Tuesday, September 23. Photos by OLIVIER MUGWIZA
Spain's Paula Ostiz emerged second, 35 seconds behind,
On the podium, emotions ran high and tears of joy flowed on Arens’ cheeks as she grabbed her first gold in the world juniors time trial.
Dutch rider Megan Arens, (c) Spain's Paula Ostiz (L) and Norway's Oda Aune Gissinger pose for a photo on podium
Some cycling fans follow the awarding of the winners at KCC.
Megan Arens celebrates her victory at KCC.
Dutch rider Megan Arens was in tears after she powered to an emphatic victory in the junior women's time trial at the 2025 UCI Road World Championships in Kigali.
Dutch rider Megan Arens, (c) Spain's Paula Ostiz (L) and Norway's Oda Aune Gissinger pose for a photo
Dutch rider Megan Arens, (c) Spain's Paula Ostiz (L) and Norway's Oda Aune Gissinger celebrate their victories.
Dutch rider Megan Arens celebrates her victory.
Dutch rider Megan Arens, (c) Spain's Paula Ostiz (L) and Norway's Oda Aune Gissinger pose for a photo
