Well-known former Rustenburg cyclist Louis Meintjes has made international headlines last week when he won his second World Tour Classification race by finishing first during Stage 4 of the “Tour of Basque Country”. The victory during Stage 4 followed on the heels of Louis’ victory and a second place in two consecutive King of the Mountain disciplines earlier in the race. For the Rustenburg cycling fraternity the good news is that Louis might be taking part in his umpteenth Tour de France in July this year after Louis was seriously injured and had to abandon the 2023 TDF.
Thus far in his cycling career, Louis has finished in overall eighth place in the Tour de France no less than three times - a performance unmatched by any current or former South African cyclist. According to Louis’ father, Johannes, who spoke to Waldie Volschenk of Rustenburg Herald, Louis’ contract to ride for Intermarche Wanty again this year, was extended until the end of 2025. The 2024 TDF is taking place in July 2024. Keep watching Rustenburg Herald for all the details.
