Overview

• A stray goat entered the Giro d’Italia's third stage course and collided with New Zealand cyclist Dion Smith at high speed.
• The collision occurred approximately 120 km from the finish line during the 160 km Valona-Valona stage in the Monti Cerauni region.
• Despite the impact, Smith managed to stay on his bike, and both he and the goat emerged uninjured.
• The peloton, traveling at over 60 km/h, had been navigating roads near grazing livestock, a recurring challenge in scenic race routes.
• The incident has reignited discussions about the adequacy of safety measures for riders and wildlife in rural cycling events.