Xizang, China, 10 August 2025 — The 2025 China Xizang Trans-Himalaya International Cycling Race concluded on 10 August 2025, and Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini was grateful for the opportunity to compete in this challenging event. The team’s consistent effort across the four-day UCI 2.1 race, spanning 420.58 km, resulted in notable performances, particularly from Dušan Rajović, who claimed the green points jersey after his results in Stage 3 (Lhasa City Circuit) and Stage 4 (Shigatse 90 km). Alongside Rajović, Carlos Ariel Samudio contributed by finishing third in the Stage 4 intermediate sprint, providing valuable support to the team.
The 2025 China Xizang Trans-Himalaya is known for its challenging conditions, with riders competing at high altitudes and across terrain that demanded both physical endurance and mental resilience. The average altitude of 3,950 meters, along with the technical descents and climbs, made this a race that required careful planning, strong teamwork, and the best possible preparation.
Stage 3 & Stage 4 Recap: Rajović’s Consistency
Stage 3 – Lhasa City Circuit (92.5 km)
- 1st: Dušan Rajović (Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini)
Stage 4 – Shigatse Circuit (90 km)
- 1st: Dušan Rajović
- Intermediate Sprint (km 45):
- 1st: Dušan Rajović
- 3rd: Carlos Ariel Samudio
Final Points Classification
- 1st: Dušan Rajović — 27 points (green jersey)
Rajović’s performance in Stage 3 and Stage 4 was a reflection of his consistency and ability to stay focused across challenging stages. His results in both stages helped secure his position in the final green jersey classification. His victory in the Stage 4 intermediate sprint and overall classification points were earned through patience, hard work, and careful planning throughout the race.
Key Results and Classifications
Stage 4 Results:
- Winner: Dušan Rajović (Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini)
- 2nd: Martin Laas (Kwek Continental Team)
- 3rd: Cristian David Pita Bolanos (Hengsheng-VONOA-TaiShan Sports Continental Team)
Personal Classifications:
- Green Jersey (Sprint Leader): Dušan Rajović (Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini)
- White Jersey (Best Asian Rider): Nikita Tsvetkov (Uzbekistan National Team)
- Red Jersey (Best Chinese Rider): Li Chaoyi (Chengdu DYC Continental Team)
- Yellow Jersey (Overall Leader): Raman Tsishkou (Li Ning Star Continental Team)
Team Classification:
- 1st: Burgos BH Professional Team
- 2nd: Lu Jia Insurance Continental Team
- 3rd: Chengdu DYC Continental Team
The race results reflect the hard work and collaboration of the team. While Dušan Rajović claimed the green jersey and achieved individual stage victories, it’s clear that every rider contributed to the overall success. Samudio’s efforts in the intermediate sprints and his consistent performance throughout the event helped maintain the team’s strong presence in the race, highlighting the importance of teamwork in achieving collective success.
The Race Route: High Altitude and Steep Challenges
The 2025 China Xizang Trans-Himalaya provided an opportunity to race in a spectacular part of the world, offering both physical and mental challenges. The 420.58 km course was demanding, with riders facing an average altitude of 3,950 meters and summit points above 4,000 meters. This high-altitude environment posed additional challenges for the riders, affecting everything from breathing to recovery.
The Shigatse Stage, the final leg of the race, spanned 90.05 km from Jiangzi County to Shigatse, taking riders through beautiful landscapes but also steep and technical sections of road. The weather conditions fluctuated during the race, further testing the riders’ adaptability and stamina. It was a reminder that in such races, every rider’s ability to respond to the environment and work as a team plays a significant role in navigating the terrain.
Rajović and Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini: A Team Effort
The performance of Dušan Rajović in the green jersey was an important achievement for Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini, but it was the collective effort of the entire team that truly stood out. The consistency shown throughout the race was due to the riders’ strategic approach and the support of their teammates, particularly Carlos Ariel Samudio, whose efforts in the intermediate sprints helped boost the team’s position.
Rajović’s victory in Stage 3 (Lhasa City Circuit) and Stage 4 (Shigatse Circuit) were results of careful strategy, solid teamwork, and consistent effort in every stage. Rajović was able to make the most of his sprinting abilities in key moments, but also adapted to the altitude and terrain throughout the race. His approach was methodical, focusing on consistency over flamboyant attacks. It’s this level-headed approach that secured him the green jersey, which was earned through steady performance rather than a single dominant moment.
Dušan Rajović: “Winning the green jersey and the stages was a result of teamwork. The entire team gave their best, and the bike equipment provided the support we needed to perform in such demanding conditions.”
The Role of Elitewheels in Performance
The performance of Elitewheels Drive 50D and Drive Helix 57D carbon wheelsets was an essential component of the team’s success in the 2025 China Xizang Trans-Himalaya. The Drive 50D (50 mm rim) is designed for speed and helped the team maintain an efficient pace on flatter sections, ensuring that they could conserve energy for the climbs and sprints. The Drive Helix 57D (57 mm rim) offered added stability and control during technical descents and climbs, which were especially critical in high-altitude stages like Stage 4.
The reliability of Elitewheels allowed the riders to focus on their tactics and effort, knowing that their equipment would hold up under the extreme conditions. The combination of aerodynamics, weight, and handling precision proved to be a vital asset in ensuring that the team could perform at their best across all terrains and stages.
Looking Ahead: A Solid Foundation for Future Races
While the results in the 2025 China Xizang Trans-Himalaya were encouraging, Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini remains focused on continued development. The team is aware that each race offers new lessons and opportunities to grow, and they take pride in the process rather than just the outcome. The performance of Dušan Rajović, Carlos Ariel Samudio, and the rest of the team was a reflection of their dedication, teamwork, and careful preparation factors that will continue to serve them in the future.
The team looks forward to more challenges in the UCI Gran Fondo World Series and other international races. They remain committed to improving their results, relying on collaboration, strategy, and a steadfast approach to racing.
Conclusion
The 2025 China Xizang Trans-Himalaya served as a valuable experience for Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini. While Dušan Rajović’s victory in the green jersey and Carlos Ariel Samudio’s contributions were noteworthy, the team’s overall success was the result of collective effort and consistent performance. The race was a reminder that cycling, particularly at the elite level, is about more than individual victories. It is about being part of a team that works together, adapts to conditions, and makes the most of every opportunity.
Team Solution Tech – Vini Fantini approaches every race with humility and a focus on improvement. With each event, they aim to learn, grow, and continue supporting each other as they strive for excellence, one stage at a time. The 2025 China Xizang Trans-Himalaya is just one chapter in a season that promises more opportunities to showcase their commitment to the sport.
