Emanuele Spica wins Liberty Granfondo MTB in Canicattini Bagni

The 2026 edition of the Liberty Granfondo MTB in Canicattini Bagni concluded with significant competitive results. The event served as the finale for the 3Coasts Challenge and included points for the Coppa Sicilia, Coppa Ionica, and the CSAIN Regional Championship.

In the men’s main race, which covered 53 kilometers with 1,200 meters of elevation gain, Emanuele Spica of the Rolling Bike team secured victory. He finished with a time of 2:01:44, crossing the line alongside teammate Vincenzo Saitta. Lorenzo Adamo took third place.

In the women’s category, Italian master champion Valeria Pizzimenti of Special Bikers won with a time of 2:48:51, followed by teammate Domenica Mazzeo. Additionally, the 26-kilometer alternative course determined the regional e-bike titles, with Pierino Mangione, Claudio Alessi, and Davide Giordano taking the top three positions.

The event was organized by New Era Cycling, founded by former professionals Pierpaolo Ficara and Michele Gazzara, with support from the Municipality of Canicattini Bagni.