108th Giro dell'Emilia (04.10.2025)

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Ironically, Pidcock probably lost today because he has been considered too good. If he had been in Del Toro´s wheel, accepting that he wasn't the favorite, he would have had a better chance in the sprint.
Wow! I see it 180 degrees different, I thought Pidcock's jump was bold and beautiful, I was super stoked to see him attack instead of sit in and roll the dice on a sprint with other talent, including Del Toro who has an OK sprint.
Pidcock's was only answered by one guy who is having an extraordinary season.. I personally like seeing Tom go off the front instead of conservatively suck Del Toro wheel until it's sprint time..
Potomac posted the numbers.. for me despite Pidcock not winning, he wins with me for style points and mixing it up with everyone.. Del Toro has luck with him and his move worked but Tom also gave him something to shoot for.. I respect that strong second place.
 
Wow! I see it 180 degrees different, I thought Pidcock's jump was bold and beautiful, I was super stoked to see him attack instead of sit in and roll the dice on a sprint with other talent, including Del Toro who has an OK sprint.
Pidcock's was only answered by one guy who is having an extraordinary season.. I personally like seeing Tom go off the front instead of conservatively suck Del Toro wheel until it's sprint time..
Potomac posted the numbers.. for me despite Pidcock not winning, he wins with me for style points and mixing it up with everyone.. Del Toro has luck with him and his move worked but Tom also gave him something to shoot for.. I respect that strong second place.
Agree, except that Del Toro doesnt have luck with him. He was strong enough to chase down Tom and won convincingly in the sprint. The best rider won.

Tom effort was brave and definitely deserve his 2nd place. Very good ride. He would have won if not for Del Toro.
 
Yes just watched the replay. A valiant attempt by Tom Pidcock who continues his great form for Q36.5. Only beaten by an amazing Del Toro. Hard to believe Del Toro is still only a neo pro the way he jumped across from the chasing pack. Dare I say like Roglic of old?

I wouldn't call him a neo pro. To me, it doesn't make sense to use this term beyond the first pro season, especially now that long-term contracts are common, even for young riders.