Germany enjoyed a standout weekend in Girona, with Leon Kaiser and Rosa Klöser each taking UCI Gravel World Series victories at the prestigious Sea Otter Europe event. Klöser surged clear of gravel legend Marianne Vos to secure a solo win in the women’s elite race, while Kaiser edged out his rivals in a tightly contested men’s sprint.

Klöser’s victory was a statement performance, showcasing her tactical acumen and strength across Girona’s demanding terrain. Her ability to drop Vos—a multi-discipline legend—highlighted the rising depth in women’s gravel racing and added a notable chapter to her season.

On the men’s side, Kaiser demonstrated his finishing power in the final kilometers, navigating a high-caliber field and executing a clean, decisive sprint at the finish. His win cements him as a rising force in the expanding gravel discipline and earns critical points toward UCI World Championships qualification.

These results come just ahead of the season’s final gravel qualifiers, with the Pyrénées Catalanes Gravel Tour scheduled for September 26 in France. Riders are now scrambling to secure their spots at the UCI Gravel World Championships later this year, making every remaining race increasingly pivotal.

With momentum building among elite gravel racers, Sea Otter Europe Girona delivered performances that underscored both rising talents and fierce competition. As the UCI Gravel World Series heads into its concluding stretch, the stage is set for an exciting battle for championship qualification.