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Giro d'Italia Stage 15 preview: Maglia rosa battle set to ignite on Monte Grappa climb

Yahoo

25-05-2025

Sport
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Giro d'Italia Stage 15 preview: Maglia rosa battle set to ignite on Monte Grappa climb

The battle for the general classification at the 2025 Giro d'Italia recommences with a heavy day in the mountains, the first of five mountainous days that will no doubt decide the destiny of the maglia rosa. Stage 15 is one of the longest days of this year's race, at 219km, with 3,900m of altitude gain packed in - including the 25km Monte Grappa climb. Advertisement The first 100km are rolling, with two intermediate sprints on terrain that won't be too punishing for the sprinters, and one early fourth-category climb a bit under a quarter of the way into proceedings, at Muro di Ca' del Poggio. After the second sprint at Possagno the serious climbing begins at Bassano del Grappa, in the middle of the day's action in keeping with the general prototype for Giro stages this year. It's a bottom-heavy climb, hitting a maximum of 11% on its lower slopes which average 7.5%, before it levels off for a flatter middle section and a final 9km at 6.5%. A long descent leads the riders into a valley before the Enego climb, a 16.4km category 2 ascent ranging from 5.4% to a peak of 9%. The Red Bull kilometre and its attendant bonus seconds is at Enego around two-thirds of the way up, with the peak at Dori marking the end of the serious climbing. The stage then levels off on the Asiago plateau, 28km of rolling terrain to the finish line, including a descent in the last 5km which lasts until 900m to go, with a slightly uphill finishing straight. Advertisement The plateau could set up an intriguing finale. Thibaut Pinot won a similar stage in 2017, the penultimate stage of that edition, which also saw the pink jersey of Nairo Quintana eke out a slightly bigger lead over Tom Dumoulin before losing it in stage 21's time trial. From the finish line at Asiago the riders will be bundled into the team buses and off for a rest day - and they'll certainly need it. Route map and profile Giro d'Italia – stage 15 map ( Giro d'Italia – stage 15 profile ( Start time Stage 15 is set to start a bit earlier than normal, with plenty of climbing on the menu: at 11.25am local time (10.25am BST). It will conclude at 5.30pm local time (4.30pm BST). Prediction Giro leader Isaac Del Toro swelled his advantage yesterday with the UAE Team Emirates rider showing real race nous to stay with the lead bunch after a crash split the peloton. It leaves his rivals needing to make up time - and Primoz Roglic has the fast finish to pounce for a stage victory in this fascinating final run-in.

Giro d'Italia Stage 6 preview: Another chance for sprinters on longest stage of this year's race

The Independent

15-05-2025

Sport
The Independent

Giro d'Italia Stage 6 preview: Another chance for sprinters on longest stage of this year's race

The 2025 Giro d'Italia continues with stage six, the longest stage of this year's edition at 226km - 75km more than Wednesday's rather trim stage five. That was won by the pink jersey of Mads Pedersen, who underlined his seriously impressive form by securing a hat-trick of victories and winning his first in the leader's maglia rosa. Unfortunately for his rivals today could be another one for the Dane, who won in today's finish town of Naples in the 2023 edition. There's a very hilly start to proceedings with an unmarked climb of the the Valico di Monte Romito in the start town of Potenza, and from there it's up and down for much of the day, but the course profile levels off with 60km to go and this should be the finale to a trilogy of stages for the fast men this week. For those bored of them, good news - Friday's stage seven has been earmarked by many as the day the fight for the maglia rosa really begins. Thursday first, though: the first categorised climb of the day is 40km in, and it's a long, 19.9km category 2 climb - the longest of the race so far - to Valco di Monte Carruozzo, hitting highs of 11%. From there the sprinters can recover over a largely rolling 50km before a category 3 ascent to Monteforte Irpino with 83km remaining. Then it's time for the bedraggled sprinters to restore order and get back to the front before a fourth finish in Naples in as many years. There's a false flat on a twisting pavé road until the 2km to go mark, when the route levels off and the riders head onto a wide, flat 900m finishing straight. In theory the early climbs should suit a breakaway, but few teams have bothered with those so far in the race and it's safe to assume that even if anyone does get up the road the sprinters' teams will keep them on a tight leash. Lidl-Trek have produced some masterful team performances to control the race so far and are likely to do the same today to keep Pedersen in pink for as long as possible, although the Dane may find himself out-sprinted by the fastest of his rivals on today's more sprinter-friendly finale. Route map and profile Start time Earlier start time than usual today: live coverage begins at 10.15am BST, with the race set to start at around 10.50am and conclude by 4.30pm. Prediction The likes of Olav Kooij (second on stage four), Kaden Groves and Sam Bennett were distanced on the climbs yesterday but should be back at the business end of proceedings today as the pure sprinters look to make their mark. Kooij's Visma-Lease a Bike leadout train hasn't exactly been firing on all cylinders but the young Dutchman can manueuvre himself into position even without them and is probably the fastest of the bunch, with a second place already to his name this week. Let's go with Olav Kooij, although watch out too for compatriot and stage four winner Casper van Uden, who was majestic on Tuesday.

Giro d'Italia 2025: How to Watch a UCI World Tour Cycling Livestream for Free

CNET

09-05-2025

Sport
CNET

Giro d'Italia 2025: How to Watch a UCI World Tour Cycling Livestream for Free

The world's best riders take on the 108th edition of the Giro d'Italia, with this year's battle for the maglia rosa tipped to be one of the most open in recent memory. Keep reading to find out the best live TV streaming services you can use to watch each day of the race live wherever you are in the world, and how to use a VPN if they're not available where you are. Last year's winner, Solvenia's Tadej Pogačar, has opted to skip this year's scenic trek across Italia to focus on the upcoming Tour de France, opening the door for a new champion to emerge. Pogačar's fellow countryman Primož Roglič, is now the favorite, having claimed victory in the 2023 Giro, but there's likely to be strong completion from the likes of 2021 winner Egan Bernal, up and coming Spaniard Juan Ayuso, and Britain's Tom Pidcock. This year's race gets underway with a trio of stages in Albania including a testing hilly opener from Durrës to Tirana. Key stages include a time trial in Pisa and grueling mountain stages in the Alps and Dolomites, before the race concludes with its iconic final stage through the streets of Rome." Slovenia's Primož Roglič is the favorite to win the first men's Grand Tour of the 2025 season. TimGiro d'Italia 2025: Where and when is it? The 2025 Giro d'Italia begins with Stage 1 in Durrës on Friday, May 9, and climaxes with a passage through Rome on Sunday, June 1. A full schedule for this year's event can be found further down. How to watch the Giro d'Italia 2025 online from anywhere using a VPN If you're traveling abroad and want to watch the Giro d'Italia 2025, a VPN can enhance your privacy and security while streaming. By encrypting your internet traffic, a VPN prevents your provider from throttling your connection and adds protection when using public Wi-Fi, keeping your devices and login credentials secure. VPNs are legal in many countries, including the US and Canada, and are commonly used for online privacy and security. However, some streaming platforms may restrict VPN usage for accessing region-specific content. Before using one, review the platform's terms of service to ensure compliance. If you choose to use a VPN, follow the provider's setup instructions carefully to maintain a secure connection. Be aware that some streaming services may detect and block VPN traffic, so confirming whether your subscription permits VPN use is advisable. James Martin/CNET ExpressVPN Best VPN for streaming Price $13 per month, $100 for the first 15 months (then $117 per year) or $140 for the first 28 months (then $150 per year) Latest Tests No DNS leaks detected, 18% speed loss in 2025 tests Network 3,000 plus servers in 105 countries Jurisdiction British Virgin Islands ExpressVPN is our current best VPN pick for people who want a reliable and safe VPN, and it works on a variety of devices. 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You can access TNT Sports in a number of ways, including via Sky Q as a TV package, or direct streaming from its range of mobile and smart TV apps. It costs £31 either way and comes in a package that includes Discovery Plus' library of documentary content. See at TNT Sports Stream Giro d'Italia 2025 in Australia for free It's good news for cycling fans Down Under, with the 2025 Giro d'Italia set to be broadcast for free in Australia on SBS. Stream Giro d'Italia 2025 in Canada Dedicated cycling streaming service FloBikes is the place to watch live coverage of this year's race in Canada. FloSPorts FloBikes Watch Giro d'Italia 2025 in Canada A monthly subscription to FloBikes currently costs $40, but you can make a savings by signing up to an annual subscription at $204 per year, which works out at $17 per month. The service has dedicated apps for Android and Apple devices. See at FloBikes Giro d'Italia 2025: Stages and full schedule Stage 1 Date: May 9 Route: Durrës → Tirana Distance: 160 km Type: Hilly Start Time: 1:10 p.m. CEST / 12:10 p.m. BST / 7:10 a.m. ET / 4:10 a.m. PT / 9:10 p.m. AEST Stage 2 Date: May 10 Route: Tirana → Tirana (Individual Time Trial) Distance: 13.7 km Type: ITT Start Time: 1:55 p.m. CEST / 12:55 p.m. BST / 7:55 a.m. ET / 4:55 a.m. PT / 9:55 p.m. AEST Stage 3 Date: May 11 Route: Vlorë → Vlorë Distance: 160 km Type: Hilly Start Time: 1:25 p.m. CEST / 12:25 p.m. BST / 7:25 a.m. ET / 4:25 a.m. PT / 9:25 p.m. AEST Rest Day – May 12 Stage 4 Date: May 13 Route: Alberobello → Lecce Distance: 189 km Type: Flat Start Time: 1:05 p.m. CEST / 12:05 p.m. BST / 7:05 a.m. ET / 4:05 a.m. PT / 9:05 p.m. AEST Stage 5 Date: May 14 Route: Ceglie Messapica → Matera Distance: 151 km Type: Flat Start Time: 1:50 p.m. CEST / 12:50 p.m. BST / 7:50 a.m. ET / 4:50 a.m. PT / 9:50 p.m. AEST Stage 6 Date: May 15 Route: Potenza → Napoli Distance: 227 km Type: Mixed Start Time: 11:30 a.m. CEST / 10:30 a.m. BST / 5:30 a.m. ET / 2:30 a.m. PT / 7:30 p.m. AEST Stage 7 Date: May 16 Route: Castel di Sangro → Tagliacozzo Distance: 168 km Type: Mountain Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 8 Date: May 17 Route: Giulianova → Castelraimondo Distance: 197 km Type: Hilly Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 9 Date: May 18 Route: Gubbio → Siena Distance: 181 km Type: Hilly (Gravel Sectors) Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Rest Day – May 19 Stage 10 Date: May 20 Route: Lucca → Pisa (Individual Time Trial) Distance: 28.6 km Type: ITT Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 11 Date: May 21 Route: Viareggio → Castelnovo ne' Monti Distance: 186 km Type: Hilly Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 12 Date: May 22 Route: Modena → Viadana Distance: 172 km Type: Flat Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 13 Date: May 23 Route: Rovigo → Vicenza Distance: 180 km Type: Flat Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 14 Date: May 24 Route: Treviso → Nova Gorica Distance: 195 km Type: Flat Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 15 Date: May 25 Route: Fiume Veneto → Asiago Distance: 219 km Type: Mountain Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Rest Day – May 26 Stage 16 Date: May 27 Route: Piazzola sul Brenta → San Valentino Distance: 203 km Type: Mountain Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 17 Date: May 28 Route: San Michele all'Adige → Bormio Distance: 155 km Type: Mountain Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 18 Date: May 29 Route: Morbegno → Cesano Maderno Distance: 144 km Type: Flat Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 19 Date: May 30 Route: Biella → Champoluc Distance: 166 km Type: Mountain Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 20 Date: May 31 Route: Verrès → Sestrière Distance: 203 km Type: Mountain Start Time: 1:00 p.m. CEST / 12:00 p.m. BST / 7:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. PT / 9:00 p.m. AEST Stage 21 Date: June 1 Route: Rome → Rome Distance: 126 km Type: Flat Start Time: 3:05 p.m. CEST / 2:05 p.m. BST / 9:05 a.m. ET / 6:05 a.m. PT / 11:05 p.m. AEST Quick tips for streaming Giro d'Italia 2025 using a VPN

Giro d'Italia LIVE: Stage one set for fierce fight to claim maglia rosa as race begins in Albania