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South Africa Cyclist Breaks New Ground At Olympics

The 24-year-old Louis Meintjes rode to a 7th place finish in the men's road race which is the best ever finish by a South African in this Olympic event.

Louis Meintjes

Louis Meintjes came close to securing Team South Africa their first medal at the Rio Olympics.

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