Lotta Henttala secured a remarkable victory at the Falling Leaves Lahti, completing the 180km women's race in 6 hours, 35 minutes, and 39 seconds, finishing just over a minute ahead of her competition. This thrilling race showcased that her goal was initially to enjoy the experience, saying, 'My first goal was just to enjoy but somehow I saw myself pushing the pedals a little more than just spinning around.' Her performance means she will head into the break on a high note.
In the men's race, Markus Auvinen rallied to victory, finishing in just 5 hours and 18 seconds after a nail-biting contest, edging out Andrea Mifsud by a mere eight seconds. Auvinen's triumph marks his third victory within the competitive Nordic Gravel Series, showcasing his dominant form throughout the season. As he continues to impress in this series, the challenges from competitors like Mifsud and Greg Van Avermaet underline the fierce competition in these gravel events.
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