For Gioele De Cosmo, it was the perfect storm of form, finesse, and control—ending in a breakout performance that earned him the bronze medal on one of the season’s most punishing courses.
Guiding him through every switchback, descent, and decisive surge were his Hayes Dominion T2 brakes, the gold standard in World Cup-level modulation and all-conditions consistency.

Dominion T2: The Choice for Championship-Caliber Control
On a course that punished hesitation and rewarded risk, De Cosmo rode with unwavering confidence in his brakes—essential when racing at the front of the field in a championship setting.

Lightweight, Zero-Compromise: With every gram mattering over marathon distances, the Dominion T2’s low weight didn’t come at the cost of power—allowing for late braking and maximum efficiency in the pack.

Unmatched Modulation: Casella’s hot, dusty corners and steep descents required subtle, precise control. Dominion T2 delivered flawless, featherlight feel under pressure.

No Fade, No Failures: Eighty kilometers of race effort under European summer heat? No problem. With Dominion T2, reliability was never a question.

recision Braking, Podium Results
Racing in the Italian National Team kit, De Cosmo executed a near-perfect tactical race. He remained tucked in the main chase group through the first half, riding with composure and conserving energy. Once the race opened up, he launched his move—carving through traffic with confidence, braking later, cornering harder, and climbing into medal position.
De Cosmo crossed the line in 3rd place, earning a career-first European Championship medal and cementing his name among the continent’s fastest.

Team Depth. Brake Trust.
While Fabian Rabensteiner and Jakob Dorigoni were taken out of contention by crashes, and Casey South battled fatigue in the chasing group, De Cosmo’s podium became a rallying point for the team. The bronze medal showed what’s possible when talent, tactics, and total braking control come together on race day.
In the women’s field, Katazina Sosna added to the team’s success with a 9th place finish, showcasing steady form on a profile that didn’t suit her strengths.

Brakes Built for the Big Days
Championship races reveal the truth about gear. You either trust your setup or you don’t. And when medals are on the line, Hayes Dominion T2 gives riders the peace of mind to ride on the edge—knowing their brakes will do the job, every single time.
With podiums in the books and momentum rolling, the Torpado Factory Team now sets its sights on the Hero Dolomites—the next round of the UCI MTB Marathon World Cup.

Confidence. Control. Podium performance. That’s Dominion. That’s Hayes.

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