Cycling: Nicolas Prodhomme won the 19th stage of the Giro d'Italia. The Frenchman was the only one of the numerous breakaway riders to stay ahead of the group of favorites. Isaac del Toro remains in the pink jersey. The race will be decided tomorrow.
Prodhomme keeps everyone at a distance
The big showdown for the overall victory and the podium at the Giro d'Italia was postponed. On the 166-kilometer stage from Biella to Champoluc, no significant time gaps emerged among the favorites. Richard Carapaz (EF Education – EasyPost) attempted an attack, breaking away slightly with Isaac del Toro (UAE – XRG) on the climb to Antagnod. The once large breakaway group was almost completely reeled in on the Col de Joux. Only Nicolas Prodhomme (Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale) managed to stay ahead of the peloton. The Frenchman rode solo to his first Grand Tour victory – partly because the pace behind him repeatedly dropped and the UAE – XRG team, with three riders, maintained control.
Tomorrow: Showdown at Colle delle Finestre
Tomorrow, the professionals will tackle the queen stage of the 108th Giro d'Italia. It covers 205 kilometers from Verrès to Sestriere, and includes the challenging climb of the Colle delle Finestre. If race leader Isaac del Toro (UAE – XRG) can conquer this test, the 21-year-old Mexican will be on the verge of overall victory.
| Nicolas Prodhomme was the best with a head group of 40 runners. Hij really enjoyed this wonderful moment in his career: win the Giro! #giroditalia
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