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Van Aert Triumphs in Giro d'Italia Stage Nine as Roglic and Pidcock Face Setbacks

In a dramatic display of resilience and determination, Belgian cyclist Wout van Aert clinched victory in stage nine of the Giro d'Italia, showcasing an exhilarating sprint finish that left fans on the edge of their seats

Van Aert Triumphs in Giro d'Italia Stage Nine as Roglic and Pidcock Face Setbacks

Riding for Visma-Lease a Bike, Van Aert's remarkable performance not only earned him the stage win but also highlighted the unpredictable nature of this year’s race as pre-race favorites Primoz Roglic and Tom Pidcock faced unexpected challenges.

The stage, a grueling 181-kilometer route from Gubbio through the picturesque Tuscan countryside to Siena, saw Van Aert battling against fierce competition. With just under 50 kilometers remaining, Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro launched a daring attack on the gravel, forming a breakaway alongside Van Aert and Ineos Grenadiers' Egan Bernal. As the race unfolded, Bernal fell back, leaving a two-man showdown as they approached the final stretch.

In a breathtaking finish at Piazza del Campo, Van Aert surged past Del Toro with just 400 meters to go, crossing the finish line with palpable emotion. "This victory means a lot to me. I almost cannot explain it," said the 30-year-old cyclist. "To win this stage after a long period without delivering, it feels so good. I had to fight all the way to the top, to the streets of Siena. I know the final stretch pretty well; I needed to do the move in the last three corners."

Del Toro's second-place finish not only secured him a commendable position but also propelled him to the lead in the general classification, a testament to his strategic racing throughout the stage. British rider Simon Yates also put forth a strong performance, finishing fifth and currently sitting sixth in the overall standings.

However, the day was marred by misfortune for 2023 Giro champion Primoz Roglic and Olympic mountain bike champion Tom Pidcock. The duo was involved in a minor crash approximately 51 kilometers from the finish line, resulting in punctures that hindered their progress. Despite their setbacks, both riders completed the stage, with Pidcock finishing in 15th place and Roglic in 19th. The Slovenian, who began the day just 17 seconds off the lead, now finds himself in 10th place, trailing Del Toro by two minutes and 25 seconds.

As the riders take a well-deserved rest day on Monday, the excitement continues to build for the next stage, which will resume from Lucca to Pisa on Tuesday. Fans eagerly anticipate the unfolding drama as the Giro d'Italia progresses, showcasing the grit and determination of the world's best cyclists.

VIDEO: 2025 Giro d'Italia Stage 9

2025 Giro d'Italia Stage 9 Results

1. Wout van Aert (Bel/Visma-Lease a Bike) 4hrs 15mins 8secs
2. Isaac del Toro (Mex/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) same time
3. Giulio Ciccone (Ita/Lidl-Trek) +58secs
4. Richard Carapaz (Ecu/EF Education-EasyPost) same time
5. Simon Yates (GB/Visma-Lease a Bike) +1min
6. Antonio Tiberi (Ita/Bahrain Voctorious) same time
7. Juan Ayuso (Spa/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +1min 7secs
8. Thymen Arensman (Ned/Ineos Grenadiers) +1min 10secs
9. Egan Bernal (Col/Ineos Grenadiers) same time
10. Adam Yates (GB/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) same time

2025 Giro d'Italia General classification after stage 9

1. Isaac del Toro (Mex/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) 33hrs 36mins 45secs
2. Juan Ayuso (Spa/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +1min 13secs
3. Antonio Tiberi (Ita/Bahrain Victorious) +1min 30secs
4. Richard Carapaz (Ecu/EF Education-EasyPost) +1min 40secs
5. Giulio Ciccone (Ita/Lidl-Trek) +1min 41 secs
6. Simon Yates (GB/Visma-Lease a Bike) +1min 42secs
7. Egan Bernal (Col/Ineos Grenadiers) +1min 57secs
8. Brandon McNulty (US/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +1min 59secs
9. Adam Yates (GB/UAE Team Emirates-XRG) +2min 1secs
10. Primoz Roglic (Slo/Visma-Lease a Bike) +2min 25secs
 
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