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Elise Chabbey claims a stunning victory at the 2026 women's Strade Bianche, capitalizing on chaos in the final sprint. A race motorbike misdirects the chasing group, leaving favorites Demi Vollering and Pauline Ferrand-Prévot off-course and out of contention. Vollering finishes 20th after suffering a puncture.
Chabbey, showing relentless determination, navigates the final corners expertly, overtaking Katarzyna Niewiadoma and Elisa Longo Borghini to seize the win. Niewiadoma finishes second, while Chabbey's teammate, Clara Koch, takes third.
The dramatic race unfolds in Tuscany, with a crash setting the stage for an unpredictable finale. Chabbey’s strategic timing proves decisive, marking the biggest win of her career. The race’s intensity showcases the fierce competition among elite cyclists.
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