2023-05-10 14:50:07
The world champion and first leader of the Giro Remco Evenepoel fell during the 5th stage of this Tour of Italy because of the appearance of a dog on the course. Poorly held by its owner, the dog caused the fall of his teammate Davide Ballerini. Not far behind, Remco Evenepoel had to swerve to avoid it and also found himself on the ground, ending his race in gravel by the side of the road. The heavy rain falling on the Italian roads did not help the Belgian, who was unable to straighten his race.
Visibly touched, the world champion remained on the ground for long seconds before being picked up by his teammates. Furious with the dog’s owner, he finally hit the road again and was dragged back into the peloton by his entire Soudal Quick-Step formation. Back at the forefront, Remco Evenepoel wanted to reassure his supporters, raising his thumb in front of the camera.
The Belgian, who no longer wears the pink jersey since Wednesday morning, is one of the big favorites of this Giro 2023. His duel in the high mountains with the Slovenian Primoz Roglic is eagerly awaited.
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