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Team Visma Mechanics' Van Raided in Italy, Up to 18 Bikes Reported Stolen

Italian police have opened an inquiry into the overnight break-in.

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Overview

  • The team reported the break-in on Sunday night following the Limone Piemonte stage.
  • Initial reconstructions indicate about 18 race bikes were taken, with losses estimated near €250,000.
  • Visma says its mechanics are working to ensure riders have bicycles ready for Stage 3.
  • The team clarified that a separate incident involving Axel Zingle was a misunderstanding after his bike was retrieved from the sweep vehicle.
  • Earlier in the weekend, Shimano manager Joost Hoetelmans reported his Pinarello and personal items stolen from his car in Turin.