Quinn Simmons Wins USA Pro Road Race Title 2024
- Quinn Simmons (Lidl-Trek) secured the elite menS road race title at the USA Pro Road National Championships, launching a solo attack with approximately 35 kilometers to go.
- Simmons, the 2023 champion, had ample time to celebrate his victory, crossing the line 2 minutes and 52 seconds ahead of Evan Boyle (Hagens Berman Jayco).
- The race, covering 198.6 kilometers,included challenging climbs on the junior circuit and the punishing Bridge Road climb.
Quinn Simmons dominated the USA Pro Road National Championship,seizing victory with a breathtaking solo attack! With 35 kilometers remaining,Simmons,riding for Lidl-Trek,broke away from the pack,showcasing his extraordinary cycling prowess. Evan Boyle secured second place, nearly three minutes behind, highlighting simmons’ commanding performance in Charleston. Gavin Hlady sprinted to claim third. This win solidifies Simmons’ place among the elite cyclists, as he aims to leverage this momentum for future competitions, possibly securing a spot in the Tour de France. Discover the full results and more cycling updates on News Directory 3. what will Simmons conquer next?
Quinn Simmons Claims USA Pro Road National Championship
Updated May 27, 2025
Quinn Simmons (Lidl-Trek) secured the elite menS road race title at the USA Pro Road National Championships, launching a solo attack with approximately 35 kilometers to go. His powerful move proved decisive, as he maintained his lead to the finish line in Charleston.
Simmons, the 2023 champion, had ample time to celebrate his victory, crossing the line 2 minutes and 52 seconds ahead of Evan Boyle (Hagens Berman Jayco). Boyle had broken away from the chase group, initially with Tyler Stites (Caja Rural-Seguros RGA), before pursuing Simmons alone.
The race, covering 198.6 kilometers,included challenging climbs on the junior circuit and the punishing Bridge Road climb. An early breakaway formed, later including riders such as Michael Garrison, Henry Neff, and Robin Carpenter. simmons and Andrew August bridged to the break, further reducing the peloton.
Ultimately, Simmons’ decisive attack on the Bridge Road climb sealed his victory in the USA Pro Road National Championship.Boyle’s chase was valiant, but Simmons proved unstoppable.
“starting last year, the Worlds showed that I was getting back to form. I had a strong spring and took my first world Tour win. Now I’ve got the jersey back,” Simmons said in a USA Cycling media release. “I’m not afraid to say that on my day, I can be one of the top riders in the world.”
The battle for the final podium spot concluded in a five-way sprint, with Gavin Hlady (EF Education-aevolo) edging out Stites for third. Marcis Shelton, Richard Morris, and Owen Cole followed closely behind.
Elite Men’s Top 10 Results
| Position | Rider | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Quinn Simmons | 4:46:46 |
| 2 | Evan boyle | +2:52 |
| 3 | Gavin Hlady | +4:23 |
| 4 | Tyler Stites | +4:23 |
| 5 | Marcis Shelton | +4:23 |
| 6 | richard Morris | +4:24 |
| 7 | Owen Cole | +4:25 |
| 8 | Cole Kessler | +4:36 |
| 9 | Colby Simmons | +4:36 |
| 10 | Richard Arnopol | +4:38 |
What’s next
with this victory, Simmons aims to leverage his strong form for upcoming races, potentially securing a spot in the Tour de France. His performance at the USA Pro Road National Championship underscores his potential as one of the world’s top riders.