Lorena Wiebes was expelled from the Giro d’Italia Women following a breach of article 2.12.007 – 2.2: use of a bicycle not in compliance with the regulations, specifically failing to meet the minimum weight requirements.
Therefore, the victory in the opening stage is awarded to Elisa Balsamo, who will start tomorrow in the Maglia Rosa.
Lorena Wiebes was originally the stage winner before the decision.
GENERAL CLASSIFICATION
1 – Elisa Balsamo (Lidl-Trek)
2 – Lara Gillespie (UAE Team ADQ) at 4″
3 – Chiara Consonni (Canyon//SRAM zondacrypto) at 6″
STAGE RESULTS
1 – Elisa Balsamo (Lidl-Trek) – 139 km in 3h18’22” alla media di 42,043 km/h
2 – Lara Gillespie (UAE Team ADQ) s.t.
3 – Chiara Consonni (Canyon//SRAM zondacrypto) s.t.
THE OFFICIAL JERSEYS
The leader jerseys of the Giro d’Italia Women are designed by CASTELLI
– Maglia Rosa, leader of the General Classification, sponsored by Regina – Elisa Balsamo (Lidl-Trek)
– Maglia Rossa, leader of the Points Classification, sponsored by ITA Airways – Elisa Balsamo (Lidl-Trek) – worn by Lara Gillespie (UAE Team ADQ)
– Maglia Azzurra, leader of the Gran Premio della Montagna, sponsored by Banca Mediolanum
– Maglia Bianca, Best Young rider, sponsored by Frantoi Redoro – Celia Gery (FDJ United – Suez)
All details are available on the Giro d’Italia Women website
