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CNN
12-05-2025
- Sport
- CNN
Runaway goat attempts to ram cyclist off bike in freak incident during Giro d'Italia
New Zealand cyclist Dion Smith got quite the scare during the third stage of this year's Giro d'Italia, after almost being knocked off his bike by a runaway goat on Sunday. The bizarre incident occurred during the 160km stage of the prestigious race, which started and finished in the Albanian town of Vlorë, as the peloton was on its fast descent down a hill. Smith, who rides for the Intermarche–Wanty team, said he had spotted a small herd of goats by the side of the road and moved to the right-hand side to avoid any potential collision. Unfortunately for him, one of the goats decided to dart across the road, right into the cyclist's path. Perhaps anticipating the collision, video footage showed the goat leaping into the air and brushing Smith's leg and back wheel. The rider was pushed onto the grass verge as a result, but managed to stay on his bike and rejoin the road shortly after. Meanwhile, the goat appeared unharmed and trotted away. 'I didn't have too much time to think. I could see it 10 seconds before, the policeman was trying to keep them all in, and then one or two started coming across,' Smith said, adding that he still loves animals. 'I mean, what can I say? I didn't know which way I was going to go, and everyone else went left. I chose right, but in the end, it was fine.' It's certainly not the first time a wild animal has caused chaos during the Giro d'Italia. In 2023, a dog caused a pileup after running onto the road, forcing several cyclists to slam on the brakes in rainy conditions. Speaking after this year's incident, Smith said he had been on alert for stray animals, but just never expected an issue with a goat. 'I probably expected more of a wild dog, but I guess there's a lot more goats down here,' he said, per Reuters. 'Albania's been great and it's beautiful down the south here. They've done really well and I've enjoyed it. It's been a different experience, just watch out for the goats!'
CNN
12-05-2025
- Sport
- CNN
Runaway goat attempts to ram cyclist off bike in freak incident during Giro d'Italia
New Zealand cyclist Dion Smith got quite the scare during the third stage of this year's Giro d'Italia, after almost being knocked off his bike by a runaway goat on Sunday. The bizarre incident occurred during the 160km stage of the prestigious race, which started and finished in the Albanian town of Vlorë, as the peloton was on its fast descent down a hill. Smith, who rides for the Intermarche–Wanty team, said he had spotted a small herd of goats by the side of the road and moved to the right-hand side to avoid any potential collision. Unfortunately for him, one of the goats decided to dart across the road, right into the cyclist's path. Perhaps anticipating the collision, video footage showed the goat leaping into the air and brushing Smith's leg and back wheel. The rider was pushed onto the grass verge as a result, but managed to stay on his bike and rejoin the road shortly after. Meanwhile, the goat appeared unharmed and trotted away. 'I didn't have too much time to think. I could see it 10 seconds before, the policeman was trying to keep them all in, and then one or two started coming across,' Smith said, adding that he still loves animals. 'I mean, what can I say? I didn't know which way I was going to go, and everyone else went left. I chose right, but in the end, it was fine.' It's certainly not the first time a wild animal has caused chaos during the Giro d'Italia. In 2023, a dog caused a pileup after running onto the road, forcing several cyclists to slam on the brakes in rainy conditions. Speaking after this year's incident, Smith said he had been on alert for stray animals, but just never expected an issue with a goat. 'I probably expected more of a wild dog, but I guess there's a lot more goats down here,' he said, per Reuters. 'Albania's been great and it's beautiful down the south here. They've done really well and I've enjoyed it. It's been a different experience, just watch out for the goats!'
News.com.au
12-05-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Cycling stunned by rogue attack on rider in Giro d'Italia
Cyclists had to avoid a rogue intruder during the third stage of the Giro d'Italia overnight on Sunday (AEST). Denmark's Mads Pedersen won a sprint finish to claim his second stage victory of this year's race and win back the leader's pink jersey. There were bizarre scenes midway through the stage, which went through Albania to Italy, when a goat ran onto the road and nearly took out several cyclists. A group of mountain goats were seen gathered off the left hand side of the road, but instead of keeping to themselves and minding their own business, a goat ran across and straight towards New Zealand cyclist Dion Smith. Smith was forced off the road onto the grass and he did well to stay upright and avoid falling off his bike into a ditch as the goat scampered to safety. Fortunately neither the rider or goat were hurt. A TV commentator said Smith was nearly 'taken out', adding: 'We're not even at the king of the mountains points, and the goats are already in the thick of the action. One fan joked on social media: 'Watch out, Tadej Pogacar incoming!!' in reference to the three-time Tour de France winner who is quickly developing a case to be one of the greatest cyclists of all time. Another viewer wrote on X: 'This Albanian goat doesn't appear to be a cycling fan.' 'First time for a goat for me,' Smith laughed afterwards. 'I didn't have too much time to think but I could see it 10 seconds before, the policeman trying to keep them all in and then one or two started coming across and I don't know which way I was going to go, but luckily I stayed up. 'They've done really well, I've definitely enjoyed it and it was a different experience, but … just watch out for the goats. Pederson's race win nearly didn't happen after the peloton had to avoid a dog that raced across the road with 2km remaining in the stage. 'Wow, to have two stage victories already and now back in the pink, that's exactly what we wanted today. This was the plan,' said Pederson, who is nine seconds clear of Slovenian veteran Primoz Roglic in the overall standings. It was an uneventful day for the 14-strong Australian contingent after Jay Vine crashed in stage one and Luke Trapp crashed in the time trial. Tudor Pro team leader Michael Storer is the best hope for an Aussie winner, sitting ninth overall and 36 seconds off the lead as the Giro d'Italia heads to Italy after beginning in Albania. Jai Hindley is the last Australian to win the Giro, triumphing in 2022 and he is only 48 behinds in 15th overall. The race ends in Rome in June 1.
Washington Post
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Washington Post
A trove of ancient art, hidden for 70 years, begins an American tour
CHICAGO — At some point in the 17th century, the weathered marble body of a goat, carved in the 1st century A.D., acquired a head by the great baroque artist Gian Lorenzo Bernini. The fusion of old and new elements is easily detected, but the effect is undiminished: The old goat has received the Promethean spark and is now fully alive, full of mischief and a merry sense of barnyard menace. If you've spent any time around real goats, you won't turn your back on this spirited avatar of mayhem.
CTV News
08-05-2025
- CTV News
OPP apprehend ‘baaaad boy' on eastern Ontario highway
Ontario Provincial Police say a goat spotted running into Highway 401 and Highway 416 south of Ottawa was apprehended on Thursday. (OPP/X)
