THEMOVE Giro d'Italia Stage 20 Analysis & Stage 21 Preview | THEMOVE+
May 31, 2025
In a thrilling analysis of Stage 20, Simon Yates staged a stunning comeback, outpacing Richard Carapaz and Isaac del Toro on the challenging Colle delle Finestre. The hosts dive into the tactics and psychological battles that shaped this dramatic ascent. They also discuss the complexities of team dynamics and the surprise performances of underdogs. Looking ahead, predictions for the final stage promise an exhilarating sprint showdown, with insights on who might take the win and the advantages of using Ketone IQ for recovery.
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Simon Yates' Smart Climb Tactics
- Simon Yates executed a smart pacing strategy, gradually bridging gaps before launching a final decisive attack.
- His power output was phenomenal, setting the fastest time ever on Colle delle Finestre, riding at 6.1 watts/kg for an hour at altitude.
Steady Pace Beats Reactive Racing
- Del Toro overly focused on matching Carapaz's attacks, which drained his energy and limited pacing efficiency.
- Riding a steady pace on hour-long climbs is generally more effective than reacting to every attack.
Tactical Hesitation Cost Leaders Time
- The cat-and-mouse tactics between Del Toro and Carapaz allowed Yates to capitalize and win significant time.
- Lack of collaboration and negative racing increased their time losses against Yates and Van Aert.