Strike damage for sure. Look left of the cut at the scuff marks and small tear at the next tread pattern. You hit something! If Continental replaces it on warranty, I would be shocked but delighted. As for riding it, I would belt it for sure and move it to the rear. Maybe carefully probe the hole for glass or other debris.

It happens and happens to the best tires. The low prices are normally retailer specials. If you paid 75 bucks a piece in the US, you got clipped.