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Gulf Press > Sports > Vendrame snatches Giro stage win, Pogacar keeps overall lead despite puncture – News
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Vendrame snatches Giro stage win, Pogacar keeps overall lead despite puncture – News

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Last updated: 2024/05/26 at 3:55 PM
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Italian cyclist Andrea Vendrame emerged victorious in stage 19 of the Giro d’Italia, a 157 km race from Mortegliano to Sappada. Vendrame, riding for Decathlon-AG2R, broke away from the leading group and rode solo for the last 30 km, securing his team’s second stage win. Despite the worsening weather conditions with rain falling, Vendrame bravely took the decision to break away on the descent, creating a gap between himself and the pursuers. The 29-year-old rider had previously won a Giro stage in 2021 and finished the race with one arm raised in celebration, with Pelayo Sanchez coming in second and Georg Steinhauser in third, nearly a minute behind.

The peloton crossed the finish line almost 16 minutes after Vendrame, highlighting the dominant performance of the Italian rider in stage 19. Vendrame expressed his satisfaction with the win, stating that he had been targeting this stage since the beginning of the Giro and focused on conserving energy throughout the day. He described how he attacked on the descent, took a risk, and maintained a strong lead, resulting in the victory close to his home. Tadej Pogacar of UAE Team Emirates retained the maglia rosa jersey, holding a substantial lead of seven minutes and 42 seconds over Daniel Felipe Martinez, despite encountering a puncture.

Geraint Thomas, currently in third place, overtook the maglia rosa group but suffered a crash with six kilometers to go, necessitating a bike change. The group slowed down to enable the Welshman to rejoin, illustrating the solidarity and sportsmanship among riders in the Giro. Pogacar praised the collective respect shown by the cyclists, emphasizing the need for focus and anticipation of potential crashes in professional cycling. Looking ahead, Pogacar highlighted the importance of maintaining control in the upcoming stages and expressed optimism about securing victory in the final races.

With Pogacar’s commanding lead, barring any unforeseen mishaps, the Slovenian rider is poised to clinch victory in the Giro d’Italia on Saturday, during the challenging mountain stage from Alpago to Bassano del Grappa. The final stage in Rome, typically a ceremonial procession, awaits on Sunday, marking the culmination of the prestigious cycling event. As the competition intensifies and riders push their limits, the Giro d’Italia continues to showcase the resilience, skill, and camaraderie of elite cyclists from around the world. With Vendrame’s stage win adding excitement to the race, fans eagerly anticipate the grand finale of the Giro d’Italia and the crowning of the overall champion.

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