2024 Giro d’Italia Stage 15 | Highlights

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Tadej Pogačar and UAE Team Emirates continued to make a significant impact at the Giro d’Italia, claiming victory on the queen stage from Manerba del Garda to Livigno (222km). This stage, known for its arduous climbs and demanding route, was a testament to Pogačar’s strength and strategic prowess.

The Slovenian champion benefitted from the tireless work of his teammates in the valleys, setting him up for a powerful move on the penultimate first-category climb of the Passo di Foscagno. Pogačar managed to catch all the riders from the large early breakaway, with Nairo Quintana (Movistar) being the last to be reeled in at -2km.

“Today was one of the best days– I would not say that it was the best day of my career but it was a really nice stage, really good route, nice climbs. The team did a super good job. We had this stage in mind since December. I’m super happy that we kept it under control. It was a really strong breakaway, but I gave it my all in the 10 or 15km. I’m super happy that I can win a queen stage in Livigno, one of my favourite places in Italy,” Pogačar remarked.

“We had to be smart all day – we couldn’t let the break go too much and then we spoke on the last climb with the guys. Rafa did a super good job after the switchback with a tailwind, so everyone suffered on the wheel. I just tried to keep continuing, and I hoped for the gap, and then I opened the gap and continued to the top.”

With this victory, Pogačar has strengthened his position and put significant time into his rivals. The riders will now enjoy a well-earned rest on Monday before facing another challenging stage from Livigno to Santa Cristina Valgardena (Monte Pana) (206km).

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