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2w ago

Roglič’s Crash Shakes Up Giro as del Toro Claims Lead, van Aert Secures 50th Win

Stage 9's gravel sectors proved decisive, with Roglič losing over two minutes and the Maglia Rosa shifting to Isaac del Toro, the first Mexican leader in Giro history.

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Overview

  • Primož Roglič crashed 51 kilometers from the finish on Stage 9's Tuscan gravel sectors, later suffering a puncture that compounded his time loss.
  • The 2023 Giro champion finished 2:22 behind stage winner Wout van Aert, dropping to 10th overall and trailing new leader Isaac del Toro by 2:25.
  • Isaac del Toro made history as the first Mexican rider to wear the Maglia Rosa, leading the general classification by 1:13 over Juan Ayuso.
  • Wout van Aert's solo victory in Siena marked his 50th career win, showcasing his Classics expertise on the challenging gravel terrain.
  • The race pauses for a second rest day before Tuesday's 28.6-kilometer time trial from Lucca to Pisa, a key opportunity for Roglič and others to regain lost time.