Nadine Ellecosta wins bronze at Enduro World Championships

Nadine Ellecosta secured a bronze medal for Italy at the Enduro World Championships held in Finale Ligure. Ellecosta finished with a time of 42’01”654, just 3.897 seconds behind the winner, Germany’s Raphaela Richter. France’s Isabeau Carrez Courdurier took the silver medal with a time of 41’59”332. Ellecosta was within two seconds of the lead prior to the final special stage, but a small error prevented her from contending for the gold.

In the men’s Elite category, Mirco Vendemmia finished in eighth place with a time of 37’05”957. The race was won by Australia’s Ryan Gilchrist, followed by Canada’s Elliot Jamieson in second and the United States’ Richard Rude Jr. in third. The Italian national team, consisting of 15 athletes across Enduro and E-Enduro disciplines, viewed the event as a successful step toward consolidating their presence in the sport.