Blasi wins historic first women's Vuelta a España
Catalan cyclist defeats Van der Breggen on brutal Angliru climb to claim red jersey in Spanish grand tour finale.
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Paula Blasi of Spain claimed victory in the women's Vuelta a España on Thursday, capturing the prestigious red jersey on the final stage atop the Angliru, one of Europe's most demanding mountain passes.
The Catalan cyclist, who transitioned from duathlon and middle-distance running to professional cycling, defeated Netherlands rider Annemiek Van der Breggen on the steep Asturian climb. The 2,374-metre Angliru, known for brutal gradients exceeding 20 percent, proved decisive in determining the overall classification.
Blasi's victory marks a historic moment for women's cycling in Spain, cementing her emergence as a competitive force in grand tour racing. Her win on the Angliru's demanding slopes crowned the three-week race.