A birthday, a breakaway and a family legacy: USA's Ashlin Barry strikes gold in Montréal
On roads where his mother won on a bike his grandfather built, the 19-year-old solos to the U23 world title
On the final day of the UCI Road World Championships in Montréal, USA's Ashlin Barry clinched his first U23 men's road world title, marking a significant milestone in his cycling career. Born and raised in Toronto, Barry celebrated his 19th birthday with a golden moment at the prestigious race. The American cyclist, who competes for Visma–Lease a Bike Development, had been part of a strong breakaway that had ridden more than 100 kilometers ahead of the main field.
With just 30 kilometers left, Barry detached himself from the group and held onto his lead despite the intense pursuit from fellow racers. The Canadian and Norwegian cyclists secured silver and bronze respectively, but Barry's victory was particularly special, as it represented the culmination of a family legacy deeply rooted in the world of cycling.
Barry's mother, Dede Demet-Barry, a former junior road world champion, and his father, Michael Barry, a Canadian Olympian, both have deep connections to the sport and Montréal, with roots extending to three generations.
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