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Was the 2019 Transcontinental Race Fiona Kolbinger's first-ever bike race?
Answer
Yes, it was her first ever race
The 2019 Transcontinental Race was Fiona Kolbinger's first ever bike race—making her victory as a rookie even more remarkable.
💡 Did you know?
Despite being a complete novice to racing, she won the 4,000km ultra-endurance event outright.
Other options people guess
- No, she had raced for 5 years
- No, she had competed professionally
- Yes, but she had trained extensively
Topics
- Cycling
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