"It’s my first podium, so I'm really happy" - Italian champion reacts to strong Superprestige result
Cyclocross
Italian champion Sara Casasola secured a significant milestone in her cyclocross career with a
third-place finish at the Superprestige Overijse. At 24 years old, Casasola
achieved her first podium in a Superprestige event, a result that left her
feeling both satisfied and motivated for the challenges ahead.
“I felt strong on the climbs,” said Casasola in her
post-race interview with Wielerflits. “On the last lap I made too many
mistakes and the candle went out a bit. But yeah, I’m still happy with my
podium. It’s my first podium in a Superprestige race, so I’m really happy. I
know the importance of this race, it’s a race with a lot of history and it’s
one of my favourite courses. So I really wanted to get a good result. I’m really
happy with how it went.”
Casasola’s success is not just a personal achievement; it's
a triumph for her team as well. “This is great for the team and for me. They
believed in me and I am happy that I can repay them with this result,” the
Italian rider explained.
Looking ahead, Casasola has a busy schedule, with her next
races set to push her even further. She will line up at the Koppenbergcross
next Friday before heading to the European Championships in Pontevedra just two
days later. “After that I will focus more on the World Cups and the
Superprestige ranking of course,” she confirmed, highlighting her commitment to
securing more top results in the future.
For Casasola, the third-place finish at Overijse is not just
a podium; it's a stepping stone in her journey to establish herself among the
top competitors in cyclocross, showcasing her potential to challenge the best
in the sport.
Fin MajorCycling Journalist
Fin Major is a UK-based writer at CyclingUpToDate and has been part of the team since 2024. He is the site’s main writer for FAQs and evergreen explainers and has written around 2,000 pieces for the platform. Alongside this work, he focuses on in-depth analysis and covers the biggest races on the calendar, including the Tour de France, the Giro d’Italia, and La Vuelta a España, providing clear context around performance trends, tactics, and key storylines.
In his reporting, Fin uses reputable data sources such as ProCyclingStats for results, statistics, and historical context. He places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. Outside of writing, Fin is an active cyclist, which supports his practical understanding of the sport and its demands.
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