Italy's Filippo Ganna was crowned world time trial champion in Imola on September 25, 2020. -

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Filippo Ganna sped at the speed of the wind on Friday on the very rolling course of Imola (Italy), to give Italy its first gold medal in the World Roads time trial.

Over 31.7 kilometers, the quadruple world champion in pursuit was irresistible.

The Italian giant (1.93 m, 24 years old), who usually wears the colors of the Ineos team, left Belgian Wout van Aert by 26 seconds and European champion, Swiss Stefan Küng by 29 seconds .

“It was a dream for me, reacted the winner.

I had great support, I thank my team (Ineos) and the Italian national team, the Federation.

I just tried to run without any pressure.

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In the second part, driven by the wind, the Belgian van Aert was the fastest, averaging 57.6 km / h.

But without being able to make up for the delay initially (46 seconds on Ganna), against the wind blowing in gusts on the course.

“I am satisfied with this silver medal.

I started fast but couldn't keep up the pace towards the halfway point when the wind was unfavorable.

The second part went perfectly, but Ganna was just stronger than me.

"

"No disappointment to be had" for Cavagna

Of the top five, only van Aert finished the Tour de France last Sunday since Küng had given up in order to better prepare for the World Cup.

The Belgian, fourth in the La Planche des Belles Filles time trial on Saturday, was once again at an exceptional level, which has become a habit since his victory on August 1 at the Strade Bianche.

The first Frenchman is called Rémi Cavagna.

The Deceuninck-Quick Step rider took 7th place, 19 seconds off the podium.

“It was a rather windy time, headwind at the start, back at the return.

You had to manage your effort.

I started off at a great pace and managed to maintain it until the end, analyzed the Frenchman.

It doesn't matter much for the podium.

On 30 terminals, it is correct.

I have no disappointment to have.

"

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