Brandon McNulty wins World Championship in chaotic race
American team puts on a show of strength before man from Phoenix goes solo
Brandon McNulty, an American cyclist from Phoenix, has won his first World Championship and career-best honor in Montreal. The race was characterized by a chaotic and attritional style. McNulty attacked with 33km remaining and held onto his lead despite appearing fatigued towards the end. The American team played a key role, maintaining a strong front throughout the race.
Competitors such as Remco Evenepoel, Mathieu van der Poel, and Isaac del Toro put up a strong fight but ultimately fell short. The final stages saw intense competition, with Michael Matthews securing silver and Mathieu van der Poel bronze. McNulty described the final lap as being "in zone two" and "dying" before pushing through to victory.
This win marks a significant milestone for the United States, as it had been 33 years since an American won the World Championship road race.
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Also reported by 4 other outlets
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- McNulty first US world road race winner in 33 years bbc.co.uk
- American Brandon McNulty wins shock road race world title gulfnews.com
- McNulty wins road world title to end US men's 33-year drought channelnewsasia.com
