02 Giu TRIPLE CHALLENGE CONQUERED BY ISB FACTORY TEAM: ANDORRA UCI HERO, MARATHON CUP & OPEN MAXIS
Weekend of success
This past weekend, the team took on one of the toughest challenges of the season, lining up in three top-tier events: the Andorra UCI Hero, the Marathon Cup, and the Open Maxis. With standout performances in every race, the squad showed strength, ambition, and top form throughout.
Andorra UCI Hero: all-out effort at altitude
The UCI-sanctioned race in Andorra brought together some of the world’s strongest riders. With a brutally demanding course and a world-class field, every rider had to dig deep. Pilar was forced to abandon due to physical issues, while Sergio earned a hard-fought 40th place in the elite field. Meanwhile, Álex, in his rookie year, delivered an impressive ride, showing just how much he’s progressing and what’s yet to come.
Marathon Cup: total dominance in the U23 category
In the Marathon Cup, the team delivered a textbook performance in the under-23 field, locking out the third, fourth, and fifth spots. This commanding display crowned the squad as the strongest team of the day, showcasing brilliant race strategy and team cohesion. A result that firmly cements their position at the top of the category.
Open Maxis & Copa Catalana: consistency and podiums
The weekend wrapped up with more silverware at the Open Maxis, where Franc claimed second place in U23, and Marc joined him on the podium in third. In the overall Copa Catalana U23 standings, Marc secured second place, followed by Ignasi (third) and Franc (fourth) — a clear sign of the team’s dominance all season long. In the elite overall, Dan sealed a strong third place, the result of consistency and top-level riding throughout the year.
After a weekend packed with results, the team is already shifting focus to the next challenge: the European Championships. Full gas ahead — the best is yet to come. United and pushing forward!
