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The Independent
a day ago
- General
- The Independent
The Simon Yates lesson that Isaac del Toro must learn from unforgettable Giro d'Italia
One year on from Tadej Pogacar 's demolition job of the competition at his maiden Giro d'Italia, another young climber was having his moment in the sun. The comparisons were inevitable as soon as Isaac Del Toro appeared on the scene: lean, explosive, with a natural gift for spotting his moment, an obvious thrill for racing. But as the Mexican progressed through this Giro d'Italia it felt like the Tadej Pogacar comparisons weighed lightly on his shoulders. The 21-year-old seemed a changed figure from the wide-eyed figure who pulled on the maglia rosa in disbelief on stage nine, at the end of an audacious attack on one of the race's toughest stages, the gravel-dotted run into Siena. The UAE Team Emirates-XRG rider grew into the race, seeming to grow in confidence and stature with each day in head-to-toe pink. It proved difficult for the likes of Richard Carapaz to dislodge him as he marked every one of his rivals' moves, never missing a beat. He outlasted both Juan Ayuso and Adam Yates, in theory the squad's official co-leaders going into the race. There were echoes of another prodigious talent's youthful enthusiasm in his attacking racing style, and like with Pogacar's Tour de France in 2022, it proved insufficient to win the Giro d'Italia. Jumbo-Visma isolated Pogacar in the French Alps, wearing the Slovenian down through an all-out assault, as his tremendous efforts over the course of the race told and he finally buckled. A similar situation happened the following year. In Italy, Del Toro appeared at ease closing gaps when other GC contenders attacked, but there were raised eyebrows at his decision to do it all himself, rather than letting his teammates do the dirty work. Question marks remain over UAE Team Emirates' tactics at this race, from their unwillingness to throw the full weight of the squad behind one or the other of del Toro and Ayuso when the Mexican was in the ascendancy, to the failure to work to bring back Yates on the Colle delle Finestre, instead letting the race win ride away into the clouds. Ironically, it was partially a reversion to conservative tactics that cost Del Toro the win – but his exhaustion on the penultimate stage will only have been compounded by the unnecessary energy he spent earlier in the race. Inevitably, Del Toro will be back; his class and ability were apparent as a youngster and have only been emphasised by his near two-week stint in the pink jersey. He is the youngest podium finisher at the Giro since Fausto Coppi 85 years ago, and second on his Giro debut. Grand Tour wins are in his future. But rather than youthful enthusiasm and star power, this Giro was won on patience and experience. Simon Yates raced his 2018 Giro in the aggressive way Del Toro began his stint in pink, before cracking spectacularly with the finish line in sight, losing 38 minutes on the Finestre as he watched Chris Froome ride away to glory. This time Yates, 21st on stage one, kept a low profile until the last possible moment. It was a win seven years in the making. While Del Toro stole the show for much of this race, and the complex politics among UAE's young cohort of starlets made for drama, this race was one for a generation of old-timers. Comparatively, at least. For Primoz Roglic, the overwhelming pre-race favourite, it was a disappointment. In his last twelve Grand Tours, going back to his maiden Vuelta victory in 2019, he has either finished on the podium (seven times) or abandoned the race (five). But this was the redemption tour for the 32-year-old Simon Yates; the exhilarating comeback of 28-year-old Egan Bernal, seventh on GC in Rome and back to attacking ways, three years on from the crash that nearly killed him; the unexpected renaissance of one of cycling's canniest racers, 32-year-old Richard Carapaz. Last year's Giro was a story of untempered dominance, of one of the most brilliant riders to ever grace the sport. This year's was a story of romance, of incredible perseverance, of a rider returning triumphant to the scene of one of his lowest moments. On the other side, it was a story of a young man with the hopes of an entire nation on his shoulders, making history for Mexico and breaking new ground. Lit up by the attacks of the 2019 and 2021 winners, won by a rider who may have thought his chances of another victory at the corsa rosa had passed him by, and the scene of Del Toro's coming of age, this Giro was the sport's past, present and future, all in one.
Bloomberg
3 days ago
- Business
- Bloomberg
Monte Paschi May Lower Threshold for Mediobanca Bid: Repubblica
Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena SpA is considering reducing the minimum acceptance rate in its bid to acquire Italian rival Mediobanca SpA, La Repubblica reported on Saturday, citing financial sources it didn't identify. Monte Paschi could reduce the threshold to 51% or lower from the current rate of almost 67%, the newspaper said. Chief Executive Officer Luigi Lovaglio is willing to ease the condition to reflect a widening divergence in the share prices of both banks after Mediobanca's recent rally, according to the report.
Tom's Guide
26-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Mega Memorial Day budget mattress deal drops the Siena Essential bed to just $109 — shop before it's gone!
Memorial Day is one of the best times of year to score a deal on a cheap bed and I've found budget-friendly savings on expert-tested and approved Siena mattresses: buy a Siena mattress from just $109 at Amazon. I tried the Siena 10" Memory Foam Mattress and as a stomach sleeper, the support impressed me. I struggle with sinking hips on some all-foam mattresses but the Siena kept my spine lifted and pain-free — we rate it among the best mattresses you can buy online. These Siena savings at Amazon are dominating the cheap mattress deals this Memorial Day. I've rounded up the biggest budget mattress deals to browse now, but if you want more options you'll find all the latest discounts in our Memorial Day mattress sales hub. Siena 8" Memory Foam Mattress: twin was $149 now $109 at AmazonSiena's all-foam Essential mattress pairs a simple design with a wealth of mattress knowledge (Siena is part of Resident Home, owner of DreamCloud and Nectar mattresses) to deliver sleep comfort for even the tightest budget. At just eight inches tall this mattress isn't one we'd recommend for long-term adult use, but it's ideal for growing teens, guest rooms, or anyone who needs a quick replacement for a bed that's given up the ghost. We predict a firmer feel that suits back and stomach sleepers — side sleepers might want to add some extra cushioning via a mattress topper. Down to its lowest price ever, a queen 8-inch Siena is now $179 at Amazon (was $279) and comes with a 180-night trial and a 10-year warranty. User score: ★★★★½ (500+ reviews) 1. Siena 10" Memory Foam Mattress: twin was $199 now $158 at AmazonThe best cheap mattress we've tested, the Siena Memory Foam adds an extra two inches of foam to the Siena Essential to create superior support for adult bodies. If you have the budget to upgrade to this model, you can expect increased longevity and a more plush feel — although this firm mattress is still better suited to back and stomach sleepers. Our Siena Memory Foam Mattress review team felt that at full price this mattress provided great value for money, so with a queen reduced to a record low of $278 at Amazon (was $349) now is the time to shop. Our review: ★★★★ User score: ★★★★½ (500+ reviews) 2. Siena 12" Memory Foam Mattress: twin was $289 now $248 at AmazonTaller than the other mattresses in this guide, the 12-inch Siena uses three layers of foam to create less firm build than its thinner counterparts (we expect it to have a more traditional, body-hugging memory foam mattress feel.) We predict this extra comfort foam layer will provide more cushioning for side sleepers, preventing pressure build up at the shoulder and hip — and you have a 180-night trial to test it out. It's the most expensive mattress in this roundup, but with a queen coming in at only $328 (was $399) it's still a budget-friendly buy. User score: ★★★★½ (500+ reviews) More top sales to consider
Tom's Guide
26-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Not a typo! Get a queen Zinus memory foam mattress for just $177 in the Memorial Day sales
If somebody told me I could get a decent memory foam mattress for under $200 for a queen, I wouldn't believe them. But I've been proven wrong over the Memorial Day weekend. The Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress is currently just $177 for a queen at Amazon, returning to its lowest price of the year. That's excellent value. Now, don't expect the kind of quality support you get from the top recommended beds in our best mattress guide. The Zinus is a budget model. But we still gave it 3.5/5 stars in our Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam review: you get strong motion isolation and pressure relief for the money, and it's by no means unsupportive, especially for side sleepers. This is one of the best deals we've seen in the Memorial Day mattress sales. It's well worth considering if you're on a tight budget. We're covering it and more in our Memorial Day mattress sales live blog. Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress (queen): $219.98 now $177 at AmazonThis deal drops the Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam back to its lowest-ever price, making it even better value for money than usual. We were impressed with its pressure relief and motion isolation when we slept on it, and think it's a particularly good option for side sleepers — the memory foam cradles your hips, shoulders and knees well when you're on your side. However, back and stomach sleepers might need firmer support. The mattress has a simple three-layer foam design, and it's available in 8', 10' and 12' heights (we recommend 10" or higher for adults). It comes with a 10-year warranty. Overall, we were impressed with this budget mattress when we reviewed it. So much so, we added it into our best cheap mattress of the year guide. It has a classic soft, memory foam feel, which most side sleepers, especially lightweight sleepers, should find very comfortable. During our tests to assess how well it isolates motion, where we dropped a dumbbell from different distances and heights from a wine glass to mimic human movement, the glass didn't fall over once, indicating an excellent ability to prevent motion from travelling across the bed — good news for couples with restless partners. Our expert panel agreed that despite the 'green tea and charcoal infusions', this isn't necessarily a 'cooling mattress' — very hot sleepers would be better off investing in one of the best cooling mattresses instead. Heavier-weight sleepers, back sleepers and stomach sleepers would probably benefit from a firmer surface with a bit more support, and because of the soft feel, the edges felt weak. Our verdict? It's a great option for side sleepers on a budget, or to put in a guest room for occasional use. See our alternative below if you're a back or stomach sleeper on a budget. Siena Memory Foam mattress (queen): $278 at SienaThe Siena is an all-foam bed, like the Zinus, but it has a much firmer feel, making it more supportive for back and stomach sleepers. When we tested it during our Siena Memory Foam mattress review, we were surprised at the feel. While Siena rates it as 6.5 on the firmness scale (medium firm), we found it felt more like a 9 out of 10, making it too firm for most side sleepers. However, it offered excellent support. It also performed well for temperature regulation, motion isolation and edge support, making it a great all-rounder and one of our best memory foam mattresses. Amazon is running an excellent deal on it right now, with a queen size 10" Siena discounted to $279 – that matches the cheapest price we saw during Black Friday. You get a 180-night trial, 10-year warranty and free shipping and returns too.
Tom's Guide
24-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
At just $278 for a queen this memory foam mattress deal is a stone cold Memorial Day bargain
While it's easy to feel like finding a cheap mattress is impossible, there are plenty of budget options that can provide you with plenty of comfort and support. And we think we've found the ultimate deal: 25% off the Siena Gel Memory Foam mattress at Amazon, meaning a queen is now just $278 (was $349). That's incredible value. And this isn't just a 'cheap' mattress. We've actually included it in our guide to the best mattresses of the year that we've tried and tested. After sleeping on the Siena Memory Foam, we were impressed by pretty much everything, from pressure relief and support to temperature regulation and motion isolation. This is the lowest price we've ever seen for this memory foam bed, making it one of the top Memorial Day mattress sales we've seen so far. We recommend you take advantage of it as soon as possible, as we don't know how long it'll stick around for. Here's what you need to know. Siena Gel Memory Foam Mattress (10"): twin was $199 now $158 at AmazonThe Siena earned the top spot in our best cheap mattresses guide, simply because it is an excellent value purchase for the money you pay. This three-layered all foam bed is ideal for back and stomach sleepers, since our testers rated it a 9 out of 10 on the firmness scale in the Siena Memory Foam mattress review. The testing panel were also fairly impressed by its temperature regulation, which even kept the hot sleepers in the team cool and comfortable during a Mid-Atlantic summer. The current Siena Amazon Store deal is the lowest price we have seen on the mattress (compared to the $359 for a queen on the official website). The mattress sale drops the price of a twin bed from $199 to $158 while a queen is priced at $278 (was $349). This also includes Siena's usual benefits such as the 180-night trial and 10-year warranty. Our review: ★★★★User score: ★★★★½ (3K+ reviews) Like all of our top picks in this year's best mattresses for couples, the Siena scored well in our objective tests for both motion isolation and edge support. This means that you're unlikely to feel movement travel across the bed, making it a fantastic options for bed sharers and restless sleepers. And considering this is the best Siena mattress sale we've seen, we recommend taking advantage of it. We would say this mattress might be a little too firm for side sleepers, with our expert panel feeling like it lacked the necessary 'give' around the shoulders, hips and knees. So, if you're looking for one of the best mattresses for side sleepers on a budget, consider the Zinus Green Tea Memory Foam mattress instead for a much softer feel. Or you can choose one of our best mattress toppers to make your new Siena bed more cushioning and plush.
