Ruth Edwards triumphed at her first race of the season by winning the individual time trial at the Pan American Road Championships in Punta del Este, Uruguay. With a time of 34:44, she edged out fellow Team USA rider Emily Ehrlich by just 10 seconds. This marked Edwards' notable return to competitive cycling after a brief retirement, demonstrating her prowess with previous accolades like podium finishes at the Tour de France Femmes. Emily Ehrlich also showcased her talent by securing a silver medal in her debut appearance.
Ruth Edwards secured her first victory of the season at the Pan American Road Championships, posting a time of 34:44 that outpaced her competitors.
Edwards' return to competitive cycling has been marked by success, including two podium finishes at the Tour de France Femmes and a GC title at Lotto Thüringen Ladies Tour.
Emily Ehrlich claimed silver in her debut Pan American road appearance, building on her success at the Track Pan-Ams where she earned two gold medals.
Reflecting on her competitive journey, Edwards noted the passage of time, humorously acknowledging her last Pan American participation a decade earlier.
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