On March 1, 2025, the 31st Memorial Polese took place in Santa Maria del Piave, Treviso, where Gabriele Bessega of Team Biesse Carrera Premac clinched victory in a thrilling sprint finish. The 21-year-old cyclist edged out competitors Tommaso Bambagioni (Trevigiani Energiapura Marchiol) and Luca Cretti (MBHBank Colpack Ballan CSB) to secure the top podium spot.
Gabriele, congratulations on your significant victory at the Memorial Polese! Could you describe the decisive moment of the race and your feelings during the final sprint?
“The race’s turning point was my attack on the second lap after the gravel section. In the final lap, I felt great and confident in my speed, knowing I could achieve a good result.”?
You attacked early and stayed at the front until the end. Was this a planned strategy or an instinctive move?
“Our strategy was to make it a tough race, but my attack wasn’t planned—it was purely instinctive.”?
How crucial was your team’s support in securing this victory?
“Team support was crucial, especially in positioning us at the front for the gravel circuit. Dati and Agostinacchio did an excellent job maintaining closed the attacks from the Colpac riders towards the end of the race.”?
You train with RightRide: how has it helped you prepare for this race?
“RightRide helped me optimize my workload, recovery, and tapering management.”?
After this victory, what are your next objectives for 2025?
“After this win, my next goals are to perform well in the April international races. Looking ahead, my main season objectives are the Giro d’Italia and the Italian championships.”
(Cover image credits: Foto Rodella)
