Paris, France – Frenchman Benoit Cosenfroy, cyclist of the Emirates-XRG cycling team, won the title of the Bockel de la Mayenne race in France. After topping the overall standings, he achieved his first title with the Emirates team since joining during the last winter transfer period.
Cosenfroy was crowned champion on Sunday after completing the third and final stage in the main group, maintaining the overall lead that he had snatched following his distinguished victory in the second stage. When he excelled in a race characterized by strength and competition and won it with a wonderful start towards the finish line.
The French cyclist entered the final stage with a lead of only 7 seconds over his closest competitor. This forced his teammates to remain highly focused throughout the race.
The Emirates XRG team succeeded in controlling the pace of the stage and monitoring escape attempts. To ensure that the situation remains under control until the last meters.
With the advanced group catching up before the finish line, the stage was decided via a team speed race, where Dutchman Olaf Kui won the third stage. Meanwhile, Cosenferoy crossed the finish line safely in the main group to confirm his coronation with the overall title.
