Biniam Girmay will participate in Paris-Roubaix for the first time in his career: the winner of the green jersey in the last Tour de France, who has just turned 25, is preparing to discover his third Monument.

With four participations in Milan-San Remo, the Eritrean rider is preparing to compete for the third time in the Tour of Flanders on Sunday, April 6th, before continuing with Paris-Roubaix.

Already in 2019, Biniam Girmay discovered the mythical pavé of the Hell of the North by participating in the U23 version with the UCI World Cycling Centre jersey, finishing 48th in the edition won by Tom Pidcock.

On Thursday 10th and Friday 11th, Girmay and his six teammates in the selection directed by Aike Visbeek, Bart Wellens and Franky Van Haesebroucke will conduct a final reconnaissance of the route.

Biniam Girmay: "It is with great pride that I will be at the start of Paris-Roubaix for the first time in my career. Along with the Tour de France and Milan-San Remo, it is the most broadcast race in Eritrea and the one I dreamed of as a kid. Six years ago I participated in the U23 version and I remember how exhausting it was, with punctures, crashes and, of course, its pavé sectors. It was a long survival road full of obstacles to reach the finish line. The Hell of the North cannot be compared to any other competition, not even the Flanders classics. On television, you really can't understand how it feels to ride on the mythical cobblestone sectors. I have always wanted to be there, it has always been my desire to participate in Paris-Roubaix. With Intermarché-Wanty we waited for the right moment to make my debut and this spring all the circumstances are right: my form is good, the race fits into the continuity of my program and the weather conditions look optimal. I want to do well and, for this, be constantly attentive to positioning and have good sensations on the pavé. It will be an experience that will be important for my future. Paris-Roubaix is always an important appointment for Intermarché-Wanty, with excellent results in recent years. I will be part of a solid team, led by staff members who leave nothing to chance."