Diego Ulissi secured his first victory with the XDS-Astana team at the Giro dell'Appennino, solidifying their pursuit of WorldTour survival by accumulating essential UCI points. The 199km race saw Ulissi break away decisively during the penultimate climb, maintaining and extending his lead until the finish in Genoa. Competing against notable riders like Davide De Cassan, Ulissi showcased his experience and strength, ultimately achieving his 49th career win. His teammates also performed well, with Simone Velasco finishing third and adding valuable points to the team’s total this season.
Ulissi sped past the survivors of the early breakaway, leading solo onto the final climb, significantly increasing his lead before a comfortable victory.
Despite attempts from Fabbro and Barré to counter-attack, Ulissi maintained his strong position, ultimately securing a decisive win in Genoa.
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