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Yousif Mirza: Ramadan has been special after a strong start to year with UAE Team Emirates
In the latest column from the UCI World Tour team, the UAE's top cyclist explains how he balances training and fasting during the Holy Month
Yousif Mirza
April 28, 2022
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