Puck Pieterse, celebrating her victory, expressed, "I cannot comprehend it yet! I rode my own pace from the start. I thought I need to go all-in if I want to win this. And I kept pushing and apparently it was enough. I have my first Elite UCI World title and I'm just so happy." This highlights her commitment to the race and her sheer joy at achieving her first elite title.
Pieterse's strategy involved breaking away with a strong group early on, including notable talents like Alessandra Keller and defending champion Pauline Ferrand-Prévot. However, as the race progressed, her companions began to fade, showcasing her strength and endurance as she maintained her pace until the finish.
Martina Berta of Italy demonstrated an impressive late-race performance by passing Candice Lill to secure third place, indicating her strong finish as well as the competitive nature of the event. This was a testament to the intensity and unpredictability of mountain biking competitions at this level.
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