Elia Viviani, 36, executed a brilliant sprint to secure victory in Stage 7 of the Tour of Turkey, celebrating his 90th career win. “This is a very special moment for me,” he said with satisfaction. “It’s my first win in a while and my first with Lotto.”
In Stage 7 of the Tour of Turkey, Elia Viviani demonstrated how his experience continues to translate into success. Despite a crash in the final kilometer that scattered the peloton, he skillfully maneuvered through the chaos to claim a stunning sprint victory. His teammates played a crucial role in setting him up for the win. “I want to thank the entire team for their incredible support, especially Jasper De Buyst for his perfect lead-out — the timing and speed were just right,” Viviani said with gratitude.
The triumph marks the 90th win of his career and carries added significance. “This is a very special moment for me,” he shared. “It’s been a while since my last victory, and this is my first with Lotto.”
Looking ahead, Viviani and his team remain focused. “We came here aiming to win, and I feel a strong sense of responsibility for that. We’re staying concentrated for tomorrow — we might have another chance. This win was really important for us, and I hope we can keep the momentum going.”
