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Casper van Uden Wins Giro Stage 4 as Pedersen Retains Maglia Rosa

The Dutch sprinter triumphed in Lecce, while Mads Pedersen holds a narrow lead over Primoz Roglic ahead of critical mountain stages.

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Overview

  • Casper van Uden claimed victory in the fourth stage of the Giro d’Italia 2025, a flat 189 km route from Alberobello to Lecce.
  • Mads Pedersen retained the maglia rosa despite a crash earlier in the stage, maintaining a slim 7–9 second lead over Primoz Roglic and Mathias Vacek.
  • Francisco Munoz led a solo breakaway for 133 km before being caught by the peloton, setting the stage for a sprint finish.
  • Primoz Roglic, a key contender, remains focused on the upcoming mountain stages, particularly Friday’s summit finish at Tagliacozzo, as a chance to challenge for the overall lead.
  • The Giro returned to Italy after three Albanian stages, with widespread live coverage engaging fans across multiple platforms.