Ruth Edwards wins first Pan American Championship title at individual time trial
Briefly

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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