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Ayuso Triumphs in Giro d'Italia Stage 7 as Roglic Seizes Pink Jersey

In a dramatic display of skill and determination, Juan Ayuso of UAE Team Emirates-XRG clinched victory in the seventh stage of the Giro d'Italia on Friday, while Primoz Roglic of Red Bull-Bora-Hansgrohe ascended to the top of the overall standings, donning the coveted pink jersey

Ayuso Triumphs in Giro d'Italia Stage 7 as Roglic Seizes Pink Jersey

The 168-kilometer stage from Castel di Sangro to Tagliacozzo marked the first mountain challenge of the 2025 Giro d'Italia. As the race unfolded, the 22-year-old Ayuso showcased his climbing prowess, breaking away from a tightly contested group of general classification contenders. With a powerful push over the final ascent, he crossed the finish line just four seconds ahead of his teammate Isaac del Toro, who secured a commendable second place. Colombian cyclist Egan Bernal (Ineos Grenadiers) rounded out the podium, finishing in third place.

"This is my fourth Grand Tour, and I've been very close to a stage win but never managed to pull it off," Ayuso expressed, his voice brimming with emotion. "To finally do it today in my first Giro d'Italia is something super special, and I will always remember. I let others start attacking, then when I saw my distance, I went for full gas to the finish."

While Ayuso celebrated his maiden Grand Tour victory, Roglic's performance ensured he reclaimed the overall leader's pink jersey from Mads Pedersen, who struggled in the final kilometers, losing ground as expected on the climb. Roglic's strategic racing and relentless determination have positioned him as a formidable contender in this year's edition of the Giro.

The stage also saw Great Britain's Max Poole of Picnic PostNL make significant strides, finishing ninth and climbing to fifth overall in the general classification. The competitive spirit and fierce rivalries among the cyclists have set the stage for an electrifying continuation of the race.

Looking ahead, stage eight promises to deliver more excitement as the riders tackle a medium mountain stage from Giulianova to Castelraimondo, covering a distance of 197 kilometers. Cycling fans around the world will be eagerly watching to see how the dynamics of the race evolve.

VIDEO: 2025 Giro d'Italia Stage 7 Highlights

2025 Giro d'Italia Stage 7 Results

1. Juan Ayuso (Spa/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) 4hr 20mins 25secs
2. Isaac Del Toro (Mex/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +4secs
3. Egan Bernal (Col/Ineos Grenadiers) Same time
4. Primoz Roglic (Slo/Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe)
5. Giulio Ciccone (Ita/Lidl-Trek)
6. Antonio Tiberi (Ita/Bahrain Victorious)
7. Damiano Caruso (Ita/Bahrain Victorious)
8. Richard Carapaz (Ecu/EF Education-EasyPost)
9. Max Poole (GB/Team Picnic PostNL) +8secs
10. Michael Storer (Aus/Tudor Pro Cycling) Same time

2025 Giro d'Italia General classification after stage 7

1. Primoz Roglic (Slo/Red Bull-Bora Hansgrohe) 24hrs 32mins 30secs
2. Juan Ayuso (Spa/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +4secs
3. Isaac del Toro (Mex/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +9secs
4. Antonio Tiberi (Ita/Bahrain Victorious) +27secs
5. Max Poole (GB/Team Picnic PostNL) +30secs
6. Michael Storer (Aus/Tudor Pro Cycling) +33secs
7. Brandon McNulty (USA/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +34secs
8. Mathias Vacek (Cze/Lidl-Trek) +37secs
9. Simon Yates (GB/Visma-Lease a Bike) +39secs
10. Richard Carapaz (Ecu/EF Education-EasyPost) Same time
 
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