As of the conclusion of Stage 6 of the 2025 Giro d’Italia, the general classification (GC) standings remain unchanged due to the stage's neutralization following a significant crash. Mads Pedersen (Lidl-Trek) continues to lead the race, holding the maglia rosa. The top 10 riders in the GC are as follows: Top 10 General Classification – After Stage 6 Mads Pedersen (Lidl-Trek) – 20:11:44 Primož Roglič (Red Bull–BORA–Hansgrohe) – +17″ Mathias Vacek (Lidl-Trek) – +24″ Brandon McNulty (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) – +31″ Isaac Del Toro (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) – +32″ Simon Yates (Team Jayco–AlUla) – +44″ Richard Carapaz (EF Education–EasyPost) – +52″ Giulio Ciccone (Trek-Segafredo) – +58″ Egan Bernal (INEOS Grenadiers) – +1:03 Tom Pidcock (INEOS Grenadiers) – +1:09 These standings reflect the race situation following the neutralization of Stage 6, where no time gaps or bonuses were awarded due to safety concerns. The upcoming stages, particularly the mountain finishes, are expected to influence the GC standings significantly. Here are detailed insights into a few standout GC contenders and their performances up to Stage 6 of the 2025 Giro d’Italia: Mads Pedersen (Lidl-Trek) – Current GC Leader Strength: A powerful sprinter with excellent positioning in rolling terrain. Performance: Stage 1: Won the opening sprint in Tirana and took the maglia rosa. Stage 3: Reclaimed the pink jersey with another sprint victory. Stage 6: Finished 4th in the sprint despite the crash chaos, retaining his lead. Assessment: While not a pure climber or TT specialist, Pedersen has accumulated time bonuses smartly and is overperforming in early stages. He may struggle in high mountains. Primož Roglič (Red Bull–BORA–Hansgrohe) – 2nd GC, +17s Strength: Elite in both time trials and mountain stages. Performance: Stage 2: Finished 2nd in the ITT, just 1 second behind Tarling. Has consistently finished in the lead group, avoiding time losses. Assessment: A serious GC threat. He’s pacing himself smartly and will likely look to take control in the mountains from Stage 8 onwards. Brandon McNulty (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) – 4th GC, +31s 🇲🇽 Isaac Del Toro (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) – 5th GC, +32s Strengths: Both are strong climbers and tactically smart riders. Performance: They’ve ridden defensively, protecting each other and staying out of trouble. Assessment: UAE has multiple cards to play. Del Toro is a rising star and could emerge as a major threat if Roglič falters. Richard Carapaz (EF Education–EasyPost) – 7th GC, +52s Stage 6 Crash: Caught in the pile-up but got back on his bike and finished the stage. Assessment: Tough and experienced, Carapaz thrives in adversity. If his injuries are minor, expect attacks in the Dolomites. Egan Bernal & 🇬🇧 Tom Pidcock (INEOS Grenadiers) – 9th & 10th GC Bernal: Looking solid after years of injury rehab. Conserving energy. Pidcock: Known for aggressive racing – may target stage wins and GC top 5. https://youtu.be/vxviscH-coQ