The 2026 UEC European Para-Cycling Road Championships concluded yesterday in Maniago (Italy), with 272 athletes representing 29 nations competing over three days in races of high technical level and spectacular quality.

Italy closed the event in first place in the medal count with 10 gold medals, 5 silver and 4 bronze, ahead of France, second with 9 golds, 10 silvers and 3 bronzes, and the Netherlands, third with 8 golds, 5 silvers and 3 bronzes. France and the Netherlands once again confirmed their role as protagonists in European para-cycling, while Switzerland also distinguished itself with performances of absolute significance.

In front of the home crowd, the Italian National team achieved significant results thanks to a combination of emerging young talents and athletes already established at the international level. Among the most beautiful stories of the continental championship are those of Mattia Salvalaggio, who managed to win the European title in the C4 time trial at his first European Championship with the Italian jersey, and Andrea Biancalani, who at his debut in the continental competition won the gold medal in the C4 road race. Also noteworthy is the success of Claudia Cretti in the road race of the C5 category.

Among the confirmations stand out Fabrizio Cornegliani (H1), Roberta Amadeo (H2) and Giorgio Farroni (T1), who dominated their respective categories by winning both European jerseys, in the time trial and in the road race, consolidating their role as reference points in the continental landscape.

Among the young talents who emerged during the event, special mention deserves the Frenchman Louis Hubert. At just 19 years old, the French rider achieved a prestigious double by winning both the time trial and the road race of the C3 category.

Also noteworthy are the performances of Slovenian Anej Doplihar, winner of the H3 road race, and French Anaïs Vincent, among the absolute protagonists of the championship with three European titles won in the H3 time trial, the H3 road race and the Team Relay.

Enrico Della Casa, President of the European Cycling Union: "The 2026 UEC European Para-Cycling Road Championships represented an extraordinary showcase for our sport, confirming the high technical level of European athletes and the constant growth of para-cycling in our continent. The 272 participants from 29 nations delivered three days of thrilling and spectacular racing, offering performances of absolute value and transmitting the most authentic values of sport. Maniago and Montereale Valcellina have proven to be a guarantee in the organization of major international cycling events. I wish to express my most heartfelt thanks to Cellina Bike and SC Fontanafredda, who with professionalism, experience and passion contributed decisively to the success of the event. Sincere thanks also go to the municipal administrations of Maniago and Montereale Valcellina for their support and hospitality, as well as to their communities, who welcomed athletes, coaches, support staff and officials with warmth and participation, making all of Europe feel at home. Special thanks go to the numerous volunteers who, with their commitment and availability, made the event possible in every aspect. Their contribution was invaluable and perfectly represents the spirit that animates European cycling. We leave Friuli-Venezia Giulia with memories of great sporting emotions, the passion of a territory and the awareness that para-cycling continues to be an extraordinary example of inclusion, excellence and shared values."

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