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Isaac del Toro Extends Lead as Roglič Struggles in Giro d'Italia's Alpine Stages

The Mexican rider holds a 1:20 lead over Simon Yates after Stage 15, while Primož Roglič's hopes for overall victory fade following time losses and setbacks.

Bittere Tage für Primoz Roglic
Carlos Verona in Aktion
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Overview

  • Isaac del Toro leads the Giro d'Italia general classification with a 1:20 minute advantage over Simon Yates after the 15th stage.
  • Primož Roglič has dropped to 10th overall, trailing del Toro by 3:53 minutes, after losing significant time during the demanding Alpine stages.
  • Carlos Verona claimed victory in Stage 15, a 219 km route from Fiume Veneto to Asiago, with Florian Stork finishing second, 22 seconds behind.
  • Roglič's struggles were compounded by a crash on Stage 14 and an inability to match the pace of competitors on key climbs in Stage 15.
  • The Giro enters its final week after a rest day, with Stage 16 featuring five climbs and nearly 4,900 meters of elevation gain, including three categorized as first-class ascents.