Alessia Vigilia springs a San Luca surprise

Alessia Vigilia claimed a surprise solo victory at the Giro dell'Emilia Internazionale Donne. The Uno-X Mobility rider emerged from the breakaway and resisted on the demanding San Luca finale to complete an Italian double after Davide Piganzoli's win in the men's race.

Sarah van Dam finished second, six seconds behind, with Ailish Dickson third at 14 seconds. Malou Eisen placed fourth, while Nikola Nosková and Julie Bego completed the top six.