The prediction holds true: Renato Favero confirms himself as the strongest and conquers the Italian title in the Elite individual pursuit at the Francone velodrome in San Francesco al Campo. The Vicenza native from Biesse Carrera Premac, fresh off two golds at the Europeans (including the Under 23 individual pursuit), dominates the 4000 metres closing in 4'20"871, a time that leaves no room for debate.

Behind him Etienne Grimod (Solme Olmo Arvedi) takes silver with 4'26"479, while bronze goes to Francesco Matteoli (Gragnano Sporting Club), third in 4'33"962.

No surprises in the women's Elite individual pursuit: Vittoria Bussi (Team Essere) claims the tricolour jersey with a clear and authoritative performance. The holder of the women's hour record closes the 4000 metres in 4'55"375, a time that delivers her an undisputed victory. Behind her Linda Sanarini (Fiamme Azzurre) takes silver with 5'06"855, while bronze goes to Matilde Vitillo, third in 5'11"225.