MADRID 31 Ene. (EUROPA PRESS) –
The Epic Gran Canaria Riu Hotels & Resorts cyclode career announced the presence of the Italian exciclist Mario Cipollini in the departure line on February 8 and 9 in what will be his fourth participation in this test that “has become a tradition,” The organization reported this Friday.
The Sprinter, a professional between 1989 and 2005, becoming one of the cyclists with the highest number of victories, said he returns to the Canarian career because for him it is “a way of reconnecting with cycling, with fans” and with himself. “The Epic Gran Canaria is not only a physical challenge, but also a celebration of cycling. The mixture of impressive landscapes, challenging routes and an impeccable organization makes it unique. It is not just a career, it is an experience that immerses you in beauty And the essence of cycling, “he said.
Cipollini, who accumulates deeds such as the 2002 World Championship in Zolder and La Milan-San Remo, both the same year and already being a 35-year-old runner, has affirmed that he trains during the year “the climbs, which are a key feature of the Epic route “and that faces” with the same enthusiasm as in the past. “