Stage 20 of the 2025 Giro d’Italia, held on Saturday, May 31, was a decisive mountain stage spanning 205 km from Verrès to Sestriere. The route featured the formidable Colle delle Finestre, a climb averaging 9.2% gradient over 18.5 km, including 8 km of gravel roads. This stage dramatically reshaped the general classification (GC), with Simon Yates delivering a remarkable performance to seize the maglia rosa.

Stage 20 Results

1. Chris Harper (Team Jayco–AlUla) – 5h 42' 15"

2. Simon Yates (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) – +1'13"

3. Isaac Del Toro (UAE Team Emirates–XRG) – +5'09"

4. Richard Carapaz (EF Education–EasyPost) – +5'56"

5. Derek Gee (Israel–Premier Tech) – +6'23"

6. Damiano Caruso (Bahrain Victorious) – +7'32"

7. Giulio Pellizzari (Red Bull–BORA–Hansgrohe) – +9'28"

8. Einer Rubio (Movistar Team) – +10'15"

9. Michael Storer (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) – +11'42"

10. Brandon McNulty (UAE Team Emirates–XRG) – +13'36"

General Classification After Stage 20

1. Simon Yates (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) – 79h 18' 42"

2. Isaac Del Toro (UAE Team Emirates–XRG) – +3'56"

3. Richard Carapaz (EF Education–EasyPost) – +4'43"

4. Derek Gee (Israel–Premier Tech) – +6'23"

5. Damiano Caruso (Bahrain Victorious) – +7'32"

6. Giulio Pellizzari (Red Bull–BORA–Hansgrohe) – +9'28"

7. Einer Rubio (Movistar Team) – +10'15"

8. Michael Storer (Tudor Pro Cycling Team) – +11'42"

9. Brandon McNulty (UAE Team Emirates–XRG) – +13'36"

10. Adam Yates (Team Visma | Lease a Bike) – +14'27"

Analysis

Simon Yates' performance on Stage 20 was a masterclass in strategic racing. Starting the day 1 minute and 21 seconds behind race leader Isaac Del Toro, Yates launched a decisive attack on the Colle delle Finestre. His move capitalized on the tactical hesitation between Del Toro and Richard Carapaz, who were closely marking each other. Yates' teammate, Wout van Aert, provided crucial support, setting a relentless pace that isolated the rivals. Yates' solo effort not only earned him a significant time advantage but also symbolized redemption, as he had previously lost the maglia rosa on the same climb in 2018. With a lead of nearly four minutes, Yates is poised to secure his first Giro d’Italia title, adding to his 2018 Vuelta a España victory.

Video Highlights

For a comprehensive recap of Stage 20's pivotal moments, including Yates' decisive attack and the challenging ascent of the Colle delle Finestre, watch the highlights below:

With only the final stage remaining—a ceremonial ride into Rome—the general classification is effectively settled. Simon Yates is set to be crowned the 2025 Giro d’Italia champion, marking a significant milestone in his career.