Rough winds added to the challenge of Florida’s hardest road race

New York City, October 29, 2025 – The sixth edition of the Michelob Ultra GFNY Florida–Sebring took place last Sunday over the 95-mile long course. 

Right from the start, a large peloton of about sixty riders formed, pushing the pace across Hardee County’s open roads and battling strong winds. Among the front contenders were GFNY Maryland 2024 champion Edwin Morel (USA), GFNY Bogotá champion Diego Vasquez (Colombia), and multi-time GFNY champion Luis Lemus (Mexico).

After several attacks throughout the race and breakaway attempts, the decisive move came from Italian Ramon Pallone, who attacked solo with roughly 20 miles to go. The peloton underestimated his level, expecting to reel him back in, but Pallone held strong all the way to the line, claiming victory in 4:00:56.  He was followed by Morel and Vasquez, who led the chase group to the finish in a tight sprint for the remaining podium spots.

In the women’s race, Yuliya Flynn (Team NCVC) stayed with the front peloton and claimed the back-to-back win in 4:02:41, just three weeks after winning GFNY Maryland. Second place went to Mariana Meneses (Brazil), while Amelia Uribe (Dominican Republic) closed out the podium.

Next up on the GFNY calendar is GFNY Colonia Uruguay which will take place on November 2, 2025.

About GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series

GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series is a sports event company with three decades of experience in racing, planning and organizing events. The global endurance sports brand hosts multiple events throughout the year around the world on five continents.

Working with partners around the world to deliver a first-class experience, GFNY Global Endurance Sports Series puts its athletes first.

The official GFNY website is: gfny.com.

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Riders get to BE A PRO FOR A DAY ® by competing against others, themselves and the clock in a personal endurance challenge.

Top 10% (20% at regional championships) of finishers in each age group qualify for the Elite Qualifier Corral at every GFNY event.

Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC

The 14th annual Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship New York will be held on May 17, 2026. Athletes take on a challenging route to compete against each other, the clock, and themselves in a personal endurance challenge.

The official Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC website is NYC.GFNY.COM.

Cycling – Pro Racing

At Gran Premio New York City, professional teams race the same course as riders at the Michelob ULTRA GFNY World Championship NYC – but with a 10-minute head start. The third edition will be held on May 17, 2026.

Adding a women’s pro race would elevate the event further. The proposed format would have women starting 45 minutes ahead of the men’s pro race, giving them their own stage. However, the extended road closures required for this addition increase costs by $100,000.

For those interested in supporting women’s racing, GFNY is inviting companies and organizations to help sponsor this important addition. Contact GFNY to discuss partnership opportunities.

The official Gran Premio New York City website is GP.GFNY.COM.

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Official GFNY Florida Sebring video: here

GFNY Press Images: here

GFNY Results: here

GFNY World calendar graphic: here

Previous GFNY press releases: here

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