[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 183 (Monday, November 6, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1059]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     RECOGNIZING SEPP KUSS'S HISTORIC VICTORY AT THE SPANISH VUELTA

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                          HON. LAUREN BOEBERT

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, November 6, 2023

  Ms. BOEBERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Mr. Sepp Kuss, a native of 
Durango, Colorado, and the champion of the 2023 Vuelta a Espana. Sepp's 
historic victory made him the first American to win a Grand Tour event 
since 2013 and earned him the nickname ``The Eagle of Durango.''
  Sepp's journey began in Durango, Colorado, where he initially began 
cycling as a form of cross-training for his passion of cross-country 
skiing. He credits his upbringing in Durango with giving him the unique 
advantage of having so many outdoor opportunities and having a 
supportive community beside him each step of the way. He entered this 
race as a support rider for his team, Jumbo-Visma, and emerged as the 
champion. Sepp's journey from cross-country skiing in the mountains of 
Colorado to standing atop the podium in Madrid is an inspiration to all 
Americans. He has shown that with hard work, dedication, and a little 
Southwestern Colorado grit, anything is possible.
  Mr. Speaker, Sepp Kuss's victory is a shining example of American 
excellence. Sepp has become an outstanding role model for young 
athletes in Durango and across the United States and has shown them 
that dreams can come true. I urge all Americans to join me in 
congratulating Sepp Kuss for his historic victory at the Vuelta a 
Espana and for being a beacon of American pride and inspiration for 
Colorado's Third Congressional District and America.

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