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Marta Jaskulska and Lauretta Hanson nearly pulled off a stunning upset on stage 4 of La Vuelta Femenina, leading a breakaway until the final moments. This thrilling race showcases the fierce competition as the peloton closes in.
The duo, separated from their companions Annelies Nijssen and Marine Allione, pushed hard but were caught just 3 kilometers from the finish line. "To come so close is a bit heartbreaking," Hanson reflects. Despite the disappointment, they gained confidence from their performance, with more opportunities for breakaways in the upcoming stages.
Jaskulska ignited the action with a strategic attack 14 kilometers from the finish, pairing up with Hanson to maintain a lead until the final descent. They held a 30-second advantage with just a few kilometers remaining, but the relentless peloton ultimately caught them.
Marine Allione, who was caught earlier, achieved her goal by taking the lead in the mountain classification, earning the polka-dot jersey. "It's incredible to have the jersey," she expressed after her victory on the Alto de Oural and Alto do Hospital. With fierce competition ahead, the dynamics of this race are set to keep fans on the edge of their seats.
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