Jan Christen Wins Ordizia Classic in Spain for UAE Team Emirates
Abu Dhabi [UAE], July 26: Jan Christen of UAE Team Emirates took an impressive solo victory in the Basque Country at the Ordizia Classic in Northern Spain. The 20-year-old neo-pro attacked hard with 10 km to go and maintained his advantage in the 166 km hilly race, which starts and finishes in Ordizia.
The gap to the chasing peloton was held on the Alto de Abaltzisketa as the group struggled to make contact with the Swiss sensation. The win is the third triumph of the season for Christen. Vincenzo Albanese (Arkea-B&B Hotels) and Pau Miquel (Kern Pharma) filled out the podium as attention now turns to the Olympic Games where numerous UAE Team Emirates riders will represent their countries.
Elsewhere, the Czech Tour started today, with Sebastian Molano sprinting to a 5th-place finish behind stage winner and new race leader Luke Lamperti (Soudal Quickstep). UAE Team Emirates have entered the race with a strong squad. Diego Ulissi will use his bank of experience to lead the line alongside Marc Hirschi. The team for the Czech Tour will be overseen by Sports Directors Fabio Baldato and Marco Marcato.
On Friday, the riders will face the first mountainous stage of the Czech Tour, a gruelling test with 3,389 metres of altitude gain, which will be crucial in shaping the general classification of the race.
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Jan Christen -: Jan Christen is a young cyclist who rides for the UAE Team Emirates. He recently won a race in Spain.
UAE Team Emirates -: UAE Team Emirates is a professional cycling team sponsored by the United Arab Emirates. They compete in races all over the world.
Ordizia Classic -: The Ordizia Classic is a bicycle race held in Northern Spain. Cyclists from different teams compete to win.
solo attack -: A solo attack in cycling means one rider breaks away from the group and rides alone to try to win the race.
166 km race -: A 166 km race means the cyclists have to ride a distance of 166 kilometers, which is very long and challenging.
Vincenzo Albanese -: Vincenzo Albanese is another cyclist who competed in the Ordizia Classic and finished in the top three.
Pau Miquel -: Pau Miquel is also a cyclist who finished in the top three in the Ordizia Classic race.
Czech Tour -: The Czech Tour is another cycling race, but it takes place in the Czech Republic, a country in Europe.
Sebastian Molano -: Sebastian Molano is a cyclist who rides for UAE Team Emirates. He finished 5th in the first stage of the Czech Tour.
Diego Ulissi -: Diego Ulissi is a cyclist and one of the leaders of the UAE Team Emirates. He helps guide the team during races.
Marc Hirschi -: Marc Hirschi is another leader of the UAE Team Emirates. He is known for his strong performance in races.
mountainous stage -: A mountainous stage in cycling means the race route goes through hilly or mountain areas, making it very tough for the riders.
