KINAN Racing Team Dominates Marimo Holdings Hiroshima Criterium with 1-3 Podium Finish

The KINAN Racing Team (@kinanracingteam) delivered a masterclass in tactical cycling at the 2026 Marimo Holdings Hiroshima Criterium, securing a dominant 1-3 finish.
Keigo Kusaba (@keigo_kusaba) claimed a brilliant victory in a high-speed sprint finish, a result that also earned him the prestigious J Criterium Tour leader's jersey. His teammate, Yudai Arashiro (@yudaiarashiro), played a pivotal role as the lead-out man before crossing the line to secure 3rd place on the podium.

The team’s success was a collective effort: Genki Yamamoto secured an early intermediate sprint victory, while Thomas Lebas applied significant pressure in the closing laps to disrupt the peloton. This performance underscores KINAN’s exceptional form as they carry significant momentum into the upcoming Tochigi rounds.

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