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A Season with a Legend

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From the first spring classic to the most decisive time trials, Filippo Ganna tackles each race with determination and speed. Discover the most exciting stages of his season through race curiosities and the iconic details of his Top Ganna Veloce Extreme.

Tirreno-Adriatico – The Race of the Two Seas

March
Distance: ~1,100 km (7 stages)
Where: Italy
Why it’s special: An iconic stage race crossing Italy from the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic, challenging riders with time trials, hilly stages, and sprint finishes.
What it takes to win: Versatility to excel on different terrains, endurance for long stages, and power for decisive sprints.
Top Ganna: With an outstanding victory in the individual time trial and a strong performance in the toughest stages, Ganna once again showcased his growth as a complete rider, finishing the race with a brilliant overall second place.

Milano-Sanremo – The Classicissima

March
Distance: ~289 km
Where: Italy
Why it's special: The first great classic of the season, with its Cipressa and Poggio climbs, and the explosive finale in the Via Roma straight .
What it takes to win: Maximum efficiency for the long distance and the final sprints, knowing how to dose forces.
Top Ganna: With an extraordinary performance, Ganna withstood attacks from the best on the Poggio and, with a flawless descent, came close to a sprint victory, taking a great second place.

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Paris-Roubaix – The Hell of the North

April
Distance: ~260 km
Where: France
Why it’s special: Mud, dust, and the most legendary cobbled sectors in cycling, culminating in the epic finish at the Roubaix velodrome.
What it takes to win: Control and stability to dominate the cobblestones.

Italian National Road Championships – The Battle for the Tricolore

June
Race types: Road race & time trial
Where: Italy
Why it’s special: Winning the Tricolore jersey is a symbol of national pride. Only the best earn the right to wear it for an entire season.
What it takes to win: Maximum efficiency for time trials, explosive power for the final sprint.


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Tour de France – La Grande Boucle

July
Distance: ~3,320 km (21 stages)
Where: France
Why it’s special: The most prestigious stage race in the world. Only the strongest make it to Paris. This year, riders will face the iconic Mont Ventoux climb and seven thrilling sprint stages.
What it takes to win: Versatility and endurance to tackle every challenge.

Vuelta a España – The Red Challenge

August - September
Distance: ~3,144 km (21 stages)
Where: Spain
Why it’s special: The last Grand Tour of the season, kicking off in Italy this year, featuring breathtaking mountain stages and legendary summit finishes.
What it takes to win: Grip and reactivity to maximize every watt of power on the climbs.

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