MTN-Qhubeka celebrate Vuelta invitation

The MTN-Qhubeka team has celebrated becoming the first African-registered team to secure an invitation to the Vuelta a Espana, by setting the goal of having at least 50% of its riders for its Grand Tour debut from Africa.

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