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Reza says it is not easy showing support for Black Lives Matter in a largely all-white sport

Kevin Reza in action ahead of other riders. Picture: REUTERS/BENOIT TESSIER

“It’s a shame. You can see the big names in sport giving themselves the means to speak, to make noise, to show their solidarity with this movement,” Reza, who was born on the outskirts of Paris to a family that originated from the French overseas region of Guadeloupe, told Reuters. “I do not tolerate racism ... it’s unacceptable, unacceptable,” Bernaudeau, who helped several black riders turn professional, said at the time.Reza still has vivid memories of that day.

 

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