Bastianelli on track to defend Gent-Wevelgem title

Marta Bastianelli (Virtu Cycling) wins Omloop van het Hageland

Marta Bastianelli (Virtu Cycling) wins Omloop van het Hageland (Image credit: Getty Images)

Marta Bastianelli has had a triumphant start to the 2019 season under the colours of her new team Virtu Cycling. The European champion has won Omloop van het Hageland and Ronde van Drenthe, and looks on track to win a second consecutive Gent-Wevelgem on March 31.