Juan Ayuso abandons Giro d'Italia stage 18 after bee sting compounds knee injury woes
Briefly

Juan Ayuso of UAE Team Emirates-XRG has withdrawn from the Giro d'Italia due to a combination of a knee injury sustained in a crash and a bee sting. Initially one of the favorites, Ayuso began the race strongly but faced setbacks, losing substantial time during crucial stages. After a bee sting exacerbated his struggles on stage 18, he ultimately decided to abandon the race. His departure follows the earlier withdrawal of fellow favorite Primož Roglič, leaving teammate Isaac del Toro in the overall lead of the competition.
Injuries shattered Juan Ayuso's Giro d'Italia ambitions, as a bee sting ultimately forced him to abandon after a crash had already impacted his performance.
Ayuso's courage shone through as he attempted to compete despite a bee sting and injuries, hoping to support his team even in dire circumstances.
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