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Elisa Longo Borghini displays her relentless spirit at the Giro d'Italia Women, launching a daring downhill attack that brings her closer to the elusive maglia rosa. This decisive move sets the stage for a thrilling showdown ahead of the penultimate queen stage.
Longo Borghini's effort pays off as she finishes fifth in Stage 7, just five seconds ahead of her general classification rivals, including race leader Anna van der Breggen, who crashes with 50km to go. Célia Gery claims victory in Salice Terme, sprinting past Lucinda Brand and Chantal Pegolo. Despite not earning bonus seconds, Longo Borghini narrows the gap in the standings, now sitting 2:07 behind Van der Breggen and only 1:07 off second-placed Demi Vollering.
The Italian champion's journey hasn't been easy; after battling a severe flu that affected her training, she remains determined. "You never have to give up, you always have to fight," she states, embodying her fighting spirit. As she prepares for the challenging Colle delle Finestre stage, Longo Borghini aims for a top-five finish, showcasing her resilience and strategic prowess in this crucial moment of the race.
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