Team ISS Academy Women Crowned Champions in Team Classification at the 4th Stage of the Turkish Cup

Team ISS leading the group

On May 18, 2025, the Team ISS Academy Women’s Team delivered a masterclass in teamwork and race tactics at the 4th Stage of the Turkish Cup held in Atakum, Samsun.

Racing over a 108.7 km course, our team secured first place in the Elite Women’s Team Classification with a combined time of 9 hours, 30 minutes, and 53 seconds. In the individual classification, Şeniz Pamuk clinched a 3rd place podium finish.

🚴‍♀️ What Happened in the Race?

From start to finish, our team took control of the race. At the 40 km mark, Pınar Kurtoğlu launched a solo attack, building a lead of up to 1 minute by the 50 km point. However, with the chasing group increasing the tempo, the gap began to close and her breakaway was caught at kilometer 55.

Immediately after, Şeniz Pamuk launched a counter-attack. She was joined by Sevim Gerçek and Melike Çakır, forming a breakaway trio at the 60 km point. With Şeniz setting a relentless pace, the group gained over 8 minutes on the main peloton by the final kilometer.

In the sprint to the finish, Şeniz secured 3rd place, while Gökçe Demirsoy won the sprint from the main group, finishing 4th, and Gamze Ceyhan took 6th place. These strong results brought Team ISS Academy to the top of the Team Classification podium.

The medals were awarded by Atakum District Governor and Deputy Governor Kemal Yıldız, Provincial Director of Youth and Sports Feyzullah Dereci, and Head of Sports Activities Olgay İnci.

We proudly congratulate our athletes and staff for this exceptional performance and remain committed to continuing our pursuit of excellence in the upcoming races.