Del Toro fights for Rosa: Exciting final at Giro d'Italia!

Del Toro fights for Rosa: Exciting final at Giro d'Italia!

An exciting race goes into the decisive phase: Isaac del Toro from Mexico took over the overall tour at the Giro d’Italia and secures the coveted Rosa jersey. He impressively defended his leadership on the penultimate mountain stage, which led from Biella to Champoluc. In a gripping finish, del Toro took second place, 58 seconds behind the day winner Nicolas Prodhomme from France, who celebrated the greatest victory of his career with this stage. Prodhomme was part of a large group of outlets that had to climb many meters of altitude during the 166 km long section, including three of the highest category.

del Toro, who now has 43 seconds ahead of the Ecuadorian co-favorite Richard Carapaz, could have taken a big step in the upcoming Giro victory. With a skillful game and the support of his UAE teammate, del Toro skillfully neutralized the aggressive tactic of Carapaz. Both drivers separated from the rest of the favorites at the last climb and proved that they have to prepare for the ultimate duel next Saturday when the last mounting stage is on the plan for over 205 km from Verrés to Sestriere.

last mountain stage with challenges

On Saturday there is a real endurance test for everyone involved. The last stage comprises around 4,400 meters of altitude and leads over the highest point of the Giro, the Colle Delle Finestre Colle, which lies at 2,172 m high and has a gravel section in the last eight kilometers. The decision about the overall victory will most likely be made here, since del Toro and Carapaz will deliver an exciting head-to-head race. Del Toro not only has physical skills, but also strategic skill to defend the pink color to the finish line.

This year's edition of the Giro d’Italia proves once again why this race is one of the most important stages in the world. The race, which has been held annually since 1909 in May, has its roots in road cycling and is one of the Grand Tours next to the Tour de France and Vuelta a España. The Giro d’Italia has fascinated bike enthusiasts around the world for years and sets standards in terms of sportiness and tension. The past few days have shown how strong the competition is and what challenges the drivers always have to master.

How will it go on? The next stage could become a moment of fate for del Toro if he defends his pink jersey against the attacking tactics of Carapaz. The pressure is high, but the Mexican has already proven that he can handle this pressure.

For further details on the developments at Giro d’Italia and on the previous stages you can do the detailed reports on The press as well as NBC Sports . The Giro d’Italia remains an exciting highlight in the cycling calendar!