THEMOVE Giro d'Italia Final Breakdown | THEMOVE
Jun 2, 2025
The hosts break down Simon Yates' surprising victory at the Giro d'Italia, highlighting his remarkable climb on Colle delle Finestre. They delve into the critical missteps of Carapaz and Del Toro, who couldn’t collaborate to catch Yates. The discussion also showcases Lidl-Trek's impressive performance and Wout van Aert's return to form. With insights into racing strategies, team dynamics, and the mental challenges faced by cyclists, the narrative captures the thrill of high-stakes cycling.
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Yates' Tactical Mastery On Climb
- Simon Yates won the Giro by riding a smart, steady tempo and growing stronger throughout the critical climb.
- Carapaz and Del Toro made tactical errors by attacking too hard too early and failing to work effectively together.
Mistakes on Colle delle Finestre
- EF Education's tactic to attack hard immediately was a mistake on an hour-long climb like Colle delle Finestre.
- Simon Yates rode his own tempo and capitalized as he grew more confident and strong, overtaking the leaders.
Critical Error Letting Van Aert Go
- The biggest tactical error was allowing Wout Van Aert to get a huge gap early in the stage.
- Both UAE and EF underestimated him, letting the break gain about 10 minutes before the climb started.