Pedersen wins Stage 13 at Giro d’Italia

Mads Pedersen of Denmark achieved his fourth stage victory in the 2025 Giro d'Italia, winning Stage 13 with a thrilling sprint finish in Vicenza. He outpaced Belgian Wout van Aert in a challenging uphill sprint after a demanding 180 km ride from Rovigo. Isaac del Toro of Mexico, who finished third, managed to extend his overall lead in the general classification, retaining the pink jersey with a 38-second advantage over his UAE Team Emirates teammate, Juan Ayuso.

The stage featured several aggressive breakaway attempts, notably by Frenchman Romain Bardet and Czech rider Mathias Vacek, who briefly established a 17-second lead with four kilometers remaining. However, they could not maintain their advantage as the Alpecin-Deceuninck team led the chase, and their lead dwindled to just 10 seconds before the final climb.

As the riders approached the finish line, Pedersen, positioned fourth, launched his decisive attack, squeezing past Van Aert to secure victory by less than a bike length. Del Toro's performance not only solidified his lead but also highlighted his consistent gains in intermediate sprints throughout the race, reinforcing his status as the race leader.

Pedersen's win further cements his dominance in the points classification, as he continues to lead the contest for the Maglia Ciclamino. With the Giro moving into more mountainous terrain, the competition is expected to intensify, with riders like Simon Yates and Primož Roglič poised to challenge the current standings. The upcoming stages will be crucial in determining the ultimate victor of this year's race, as the pressure mounts and strategies evolve in the quest for the coveted title. As the Giro progresses, fans eagerly anticipate how the dynamics will shift among the top contenders in the days ahead.