Overview

• Olav Kooij won the 172-kilometer Stage 12 of the Giro d’Italia in a sprint finish, marking his first-ever stage victory in the race.
• Isaac Del Toro retained the maglia rosa and extended his overall lead in the general classification to 33 seconds over Juan Ayuso.
• Del Toro gained a two-second time bonus during an intermediate sprint, further solidifying his position at the top of the standings.
• A three-rider Italian breakaway was neutralized 37 kilometers from the finish, setting the stage for a sprinter-friendly conclusion.
• Stage 13 will cover a 180-kilometer route from Rovigo to Vicenza, featuring slightly hilly terrain that may challenge the sprinters.