(PRIMASPORT) Philip Ganna He won the Italian time trial title for the seventh time in the 40.2 km race from the Sanctuary of Vicoforte to Barolo with a time of 47:39.68 and an average speed of 50.36 km/h. Behind him, at 2':06", was the young Luca Giaimi (UAE Team Emirates XRG), born 2005, e Mattia Cattaneo (Red Bull – BORA – Hansgrohe) at 2':36''. Filippo Baroncini, making a great recovery after last year's crash at the Tour of Poland, finished fourth. 5th. Sobrero and 6th a brilliant Lorenzo Finn, fresh from the success of the Giro Next Gen.
Filippo Ganna gained a lead over his opponents right from the start and then progressively increased it towards the end.
“"I think my performance was in line with my values," said the two-time world champion. "Unfortunately, after a few kilometers, I discovered that Affini had crashed. I hope he can recover well ahead of an important event like the Tour de France. The race in Piedmont was a goal of the season. We're in an area with a passion for cycling. It was also amazing to see familiar faces and so many kids. I tell them that in life, you have to follow your goals, deal with disappointments, never give up, and get back in the game." Ganna concluded, not participating in the Italian championship road race.
Satisfied with the success of the Italian event Roberto Pella, President of the Cycling League. "A result that seems obvious but isn't," he emphasized. Cordiano Dagnoni, FCI President – We're deeply saddened by Affini, who we hope will recover soon and whom we're counting on for the World Championships. Giaimi's surprise performance gives us hope for the future, and Finn participating is a sign of the young man's mentality, as he got back into the game immediately after the Next Gen. (PRIMASPORT)
Filippo Ganna during the time trial of the Italian championship (credits: Photo Sprint Agency)
