At just 22, Gaia Masetti is already making waves in the women’s WorldTour. With a deep passion for cycling that began in childhood, Gaia has raced in some of the biggest events on the calendar as part of the AG Insurance Soudal team. In this episode, Gaia reflects on her journey from winning her first race at the age of six to turning pro at just 21. She discusses the challenges she faced along the way, the unwavering support of her family, and how cyclocross helped shape her technical skills on the bike. She shares insights into her favorite Castelli gear, the races she’d like to win one day, what it’s like to race for the national team, and reveals her love for Italian ice cream, pizza, and what's on her curated Spotify playlist. Join us for an inspiring chat with this rising Italian star! CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 03:12 The Role of Castelli in Professional Cycling 06:04 Training Regimen and Coaching Dynamics 08:58 Racing Preferences: Stage vs. One-Day Races 11:51 Experiences in Major Races and Atmosphere 15:09 Cyclocross and Its Influence on Road Cycling 18:03 Representing Italy: The National Team Experience 20:54 Personal Preferences and Lifestyle as a Cyclist 24:11 Cultural Insights: Food and Music in Gaia's Life 27:01 Family Influence and Support in Cycling 30:06 Future Aspirations – GUEST – Gaia Masetti is an Italian professional cyclist riding for AG Insurance–Soudal She has gained recognition for her performances, including a victory at the La Classique Morbihan in 2023. Additionally, she won a gold medal in the mixed team relay at the 2024 European Road Championships and has competed in prestigious events like the Tour de France Femmes and Giro d’Italia Women. CONNECT ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠AG Insurance Soudal⁠ – HOST – Søren Jensen, Global Marketing Manager at Castelli, has worked for this iconic brand since 2006. He usually rides backroads and dirt trails, testing new gear in the Italian Dolomites. If you can't find him there, check the Castelli Headquarters in Fonzaso. CONNECT ⁠ ⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS If you want your questions to be answered on air, be sure to submit your questions by sending us a message on social media or by email to⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.