Juan Ayuso demonstrated his remarkable prowess by executing a strategic late-sprint victory during stage 7 of the Giro d'Italia at Tagliacozzo. The 22-year-old climber utilized a familiar tactic reminiscent of favorites like Primož Roglič, timing his attack perfectly to outpace seasoned competitors. Despite a competitive field, Ayuso's victory reflected not only his skill but also a potential shift in the hierarchy of the race. His close observation of Roglič's strategies showcases his maturity as a cyclist and elevates expectations for his ongoing performance in the race.
"I spent the whole climb following him [Roglič] because on these types of finishes he's always the strongest. I knew I had to be very careful and stay behind him."
"Ayuso's move came after a second attack by Egan Bernal (Ineos Grenadiers), shooting past Antonio Tiberi (Bahrain Victorious) and Giulio Ciccone (Lidl-Trek) to go clear for the win."
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