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Nicole Frain continues her impressive winning streak, dominating the women's elite race at the UCI Gravel World Series in Wörthersee. This victory marks her third consecutive win, following triumphs in Belgium and Portugal.
What follows highlights Frain's remarkable performance and the nail-biting finish in the men's race that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
In the women's elite race, Frain (Factor Racing) showcased her strength, finishing 27 seconds ahead of Mieke Kröger (Rose Racing Circle) and 42 seconds in front of local rider Jana Gigele, who took third. Frain made a decisive move in the second lap, quickly establishing a lead she maintained to the end.
The men's elite race unfolded dramatically, with Jordan Habets (Rose Racing Circle) edging out Gustav Frederik Dahl (Team Give Steel) in a photo finish. Both riders broke away during the second lap, with Habets narrowly securing victory by mere millimeters. A chase group followed two-and-a-half minutes later, with Luis Neff clinching third place.
The challenging 150km course featured 1,713 meters of elevation gain, testing the limits of all competitors. The event took place on the scenic shores of Lake Wörthersee, delivering thrilling cycling action for fans.
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