Agnieszka Skalniak-Sójka Wins Maryland Cycling Classic Sprint
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Agnieszka Skalniak-Sójka Wins 2025 Maryland Cycling Classic
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Race Summary
Agnieszka Skalniak-Sójka (Canyon-SRAM) won the Maryland Cycling Classic from a strong group of four that went away on the final lap of the Baltimore circuit. The win is the Polish rider’s second of the year and came after a flawless tactical display against a numerical advantage held by EF Education-Oatly.
Of those, former Paris-Roubaix winner Alison Jackson (EF Education-Oatly) was second across the line while Emma Langley (Aegis Cycling Foundation) was third from the breakaway.
How the Race Unfolded
The race sprang into action with a strong move on the last of four punchy laps around the city of Baltimore, a circuit which featured cobbles, climbs and many corners. The attack started as a four-woman move from Langley, Jackson, Skalniak-Sójka, and Marta Jaskulska (Ceratizit Pro Cycling).
They represented the top four teams and quickly seemed to build cohesion as the heat and humidity of Baltimore started to take effect.
the Breakaway Formation
The decisive move came as the breakaway group navigated the challenging Baltimore circuit. The combination of cobbles, climbs, and tight corners demanded both power and technical skill. The riders worked collaboratively, initially, to extend their lead over the peloton.
Tactical Battle in the Finale
Despite being outnumbered two-to-one by EF Education-Oatly, Skalniak-Sójka demonstrated astute tactical awareness. She effectively neutralized the advantage held by Jackson and Langley, preventing them from launching a coordinated attack.
Rider Reactions
“I’m really happy with the win,” said Skalniak-Sójka after the race. “The team worked really hard to get me into a good position, and I was able to finish it off.”
Jackson commented,”We tried to use our numbers,but Skalniak-Sójka was just too strong today. She rode a really smart race.”
Race Details & Results
| Position | Rider | Team | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Agnieszka Skalniak-Sójka | Canyon-SRAM | [time – to be added] |
| 2 | Alison Jackson | EF Education-Oatly | [time – to be added] |
| 3 | Emma Langley | Aegis Cycling Foundation | [Time – to be added] |
| 4 | Marta jaskulska | Ceratizit Pro Cycling | [Time – to be added] |
Background: The Maryland Cycling classic
The Maryland Cycling Classic is a professional road cycling race held annually in