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Isaac del Toro Becomes First Mexican to Lead Giro d’Italia After Stage 9 Shake-Up

Gravel roads and a pivotal crash propel the 21-year-old into the Maglia Rosa, with UAE teammate Juan Ayuso in second ahead of a decisive time trial.

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Juan Ayuso, segundo clasificado de la general del Giro.
La etapa 10 del Giro de Italia, en directo: Lucca - Pisa.

Overview

  • Isaac del Toro, 21, claimed the Maglia Rosa after Stage 9, marking the first time a Mexican rider has led the Giro d’Italia.
  • A crash by Lucas Hamilton on gravel roads fractured the peloton, allowing Del Toro to capitalize and gain significant time over rivals, including Primož Roglič.
  • Wout van Aert won the stage in Siena, securing his 50th career victory and ending a nine-month winless streak.
  • UAE Team Emirates now holds the top two positions in the general classification, with Del Toro leading and Juan Ayuso 1:13 behind in second place.
  • Team director Joxean Fernández Matxín reaffirmed Ayuso’s role as team leader while emphasizing respect for Del Toro’s current standing as race leader.