Giro d’Italia 2017 standings: results (general classification)

The 2017 Giro d’Italia was the 100th edition of the Giro, one of cycling’s Grand Tour races. It took place from May 5 to May 28, 2017, and featured a challenging route covering various terrains across Italy. The race covered a total distance of 3,572.2 kilometers (2,219.2 miles) and consisted of 21 stages.

Here are some key highlights and notable aspects of the 2017 Giro d’Italia:

• Overall Winner: The overall winner of the 2017 Giro d’Italia was Tom Dumoulin from the Netherlands, riding for Team Sunweb. Dumoulin became the first Dutch rider to win the Giro d’Italia, securing the Maglia Rosa (Pink Jersey) as the overall leader.
• Stages and Route: The race started with three stages in Sardinia before moving to the Italian mainland. The route included challenging mountain stages in the Alps and the Dolomites, providing a true test of the riders’ climbing abilities. The final stage was an individual time trial in Milan.
• Contenders: Tom Dumoulin faced stiff competition from other top riders, including Nairo Quintana (Movistar Team), Vincenzo Nibali (Bahrain–Merida), and Thibaut Pinot (FDJ). The race saw intense battles in the mountain stages, with Dumoulin showcasing his time trial skills to gain crucial advantages.
• Key Moments: One of the most memorable moments of the race occurred during Stage 16, where Dumoulin faced an unexpected nature break (a bathroom stop) during a crucial mountain stage. Despite the unscheduled stop, Dumoulin managed to regain his composure and limit his time losses, ultimately securing his overall victory.

Jersey Winners– 2017 Giro d’Italia

The jersey winners of the 2017 Giro d’Italia were as follows:

1. Maglia Rosa (Pink Jersey): This jersey is worn by the overall race leader, and the winner of the general classification. In the 2017 Giro d’Italia, the Maglia Rosa was won by Tom Dumoulin from the Netherlands, riding for Team Sunweb.
2. Maglia Ciclamino (Cyclamen Jersey): Awarded to the leader of the points classification, which is based on sprint finishes and intermediate sprints. The winner of the Maglia Ciclamino in 2017 was Fernando Gaviria from Colombia, riding for Quick-Step Floors.
3. Maglia Azzurra (Blue Jersey): This jersey is given to the rider who accumulates the most points in the mountains classification. The Maglia Azzurra in the 2017 Giro d’Italia was won by Mikel Landa from Spain, riding for Team Sky.
4. Maglia Bianca (White Jersey): The white jersey is awarded to the best young rider in the general classification. In 2017, this jersey was won by Bob Jungels from Luxembourg, riding for Quick-Step Floors.

Overall Ranking – 2017 Giro d’Italia

The TOP 10 riders in the general classification (overall standings) of the 2017 Giro d’Italia were as follows:

1. Tom Dumoulin (Netherlands) – Team Sunweb
2. Nairo Quintana (Colombia) – Movistar Team
3. Vincenzo Nibali (Italy) – Bahrain–Merida
4. Thibaut Pinot (France) – FDJ
5. Ilnur Zakarin (Russia) – Team Katusha–Alpecin
6. Domenico Pozzovivo (Italy) – AG2R La Mondiale
7. Bauke Mollema (Netherlands) – Trek–Segafredo
8. Bob Jungels (Luxembourg) – Quick-Step Floors
9. Adam Yates (United Kingdom) – Orica–Scott
10. Davide Formolo (Italy) – Cannondale–Drapac

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