Behind those podium-topping efforts was a trusted component that never flinched—Hayes Dominion T2 brakes, delivering the ultimate combination of power, control, and lightweight precision for world-class cross-country and marathon racing.

A Champion Rides with Control: Casey South Wins Swiss Nationals
At the Swiss Marathon National Championships in Château-d’Oex, Casey South delivered a statement victory. After launching a solo attack on the race’s longest climb, he controlled the gap all the way to the finish—crossing the line with a 3-minute lead and claiming the national champion’s jersey in dominant style.
“The final hour was about managing the advantage—no mistakes,” South noted. “Having complete control on the descents was key, and the setup gave me the confidence to go all-in.”
Complete control is exactly what the Hayes Dominion T2 delivers. For athletes like South, confidence on technical alpine descents is as crucial as power output on the climbs. With superior modulation, featherlight actuation, and fade-resistant performance, the Dominion T2 makes precision braking second nature—even after hours in the saddle.

German World Cup Power Moves: De Cosmo and Rabensteiner in the Top 5
Simultaneously, in Germany, Gioele De Cosmo and Fabian Rabensteiner put on a tactical masterclass at Round 4 of the UCI Marathon World Cup.

De Cosmo attacked aggressively throughout the race, ultimately securing 2nd place in a heated sprint finish—his second World Cup podium this year.

Rabensteiner executed a strategic ride from the chase group, protecting De Cosmo’s move and clawing his way into a 5th-place finish.

“We raced with intent and had to be reactive in every section—having total trust in the brakes allowed us to push with full commitment,” said De Cosmo.
That trust is built into every Dominion T2 lever pull—with class-leading modulation, tool-free reach and bite point adjustment, and a featherweight build that makes no compromises on power.