Biniam Girmay eyes Milan-Sanremo glory after historic Tour de France win

Biniam Girmay, the 2024 Tour de France Green Jersey winner, has set his sights on making history once again in 2025. The 24-year-old Eritrean aims to conquer the prestigious Milan-Sanremo cycling race, the longest professional one-day event in modern cycling.

First held in 1907, the Milan-Sanremo spans an arduous 298 km route from Milan to Sanremo in northwestern Italy. This year’s race is set for Sunday, March 23, and Girmay is determined to improve on his previous best finish of 12th in 2022.

Reflecting on his 2024 performance, where he placed 27th, Girmay told IDL Pro Cycling: “Last year, it was a tough race there. I rode my best wattages on the Poggio and never rode up there faster, but the others proved better again. That's why I keep aiming for a better result.”

Girmay’s historic Tour de France performance - where he won three stages - has strengthened his confidence. “Thanks to my stage win in the Tour, I have the belief that I can do it. And so do my teammates and the staff,” he said. “We keep learning and want to improve, and so far, every season has brought something great.”

As he gears up for Milan-Sanremo, Girmay is focusing on refining his preparation and training. “I can’t get any more lightweight. I’m already pretty light for a sprinter, so it’s still in the details - preparation, training, etc. Sanremo is the hardest race to win. It’s 300 kilometers, and you have to economize with every pedal push. I’ve learned to do that better, and that’s why I want to be the best version of myself there now.”

With growing experience and a targeted focus on improvement, Girmay is looking to leave a lasting impact on the 2025 cycling season.

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