Jonas Vingegaard wrote a new chapter in cycling history by winning the Giro d’Italia on his first attempt. The Danish champion of Visma-Lease a Bike celebrated his final victory on the streets of Rome, completing the Triple Crown with victories in the 2022 and 2023 Tour de France and the 2025 Vuelta a España. The final stage, a 131-kilometer ride on the traditional circuit through the Italian capital, featured the customary victory parade for the Giro champion. Following a peaceful opening phase, the race got more active, with many breakaway attempts. Victor Campenaerts, Matteo Sobrero, Rémy Rochas, and Rémi Cavagna were among the protagonists, but the peloton eventually took control. In the finale, Filippo Ganna launched a long solo attack from afar, putting the group on edge until the closing kilometers. The Italian time trial champion, however, was caught three kilometers from the finish line, leaving an opportunity for the final sprint. Jonathan Milan became triumphant, finally winning the stage after several placings. The Lidl-Trek sprinter won the sprint ahead of Giovanni Lonardi, completing a prestigious Italian double on the streets of Rome. Felix Gall and Jai Hindley also finished on the last Giro podium, while Paul Magnier won the cyclamen jersey, Giulio Ciccone the blue jersey for best climber, and Eulalio the white jersey for young riders. Vingegaard, visibly emotional during the awards ceremony, dedicated his victory to his wife and children, who were present in Rome. “Winning the Giro, Tour, and Vuelta is something unique. Seeing my family here and celebrating with them makes everything even more beautiful”, the Dane remarked through tears.
News Source: 9Colonne
