Stage 4
Castello Tesino > Pianezze (Valdobbiadene) (142 km)

06.07-13.07
Sarah Gigante climbs to a breakthrough win on stage 4 of the Giro d’Italia Women, attacking late on the final ascent. Marlen Reusser moves into pink after a controlled day by Movistar. The break was caught on the last climb, where the GC battle exploded in the final kilometres.
Castello Tesino > Pianezze (Valdobbiadene) (142 km)

Neutralised start: 10.35
Expected finish: 14.30
Stage 4 brings the second summit finish of the Giro, and the first truly demanding one, at Pianezze. Starting in Castello Tesino, the route offers little respite, with constant ups and downs across rolling terrain. Riders face three categorised climbs before the decisive ascent begins. The final climb to Pianezze is 11.2 km at an average of 7%, steep and relentless. It’s a climb that offers no hiding places and is set to play a key role in shaping the GC. Expect serious gaps and a true test of climbing form.
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