Juan Ayuso, a co-favourite for the Giro d'Italia, faced setbacks with injuries, leading to his withdrawal during the race. His teammate Isaac del Toro's success cast a shadow on him, while reports suggest Ayuso may not compete until August 2025. The young athlete's focus will shift toward the World Championships in Rwanda. Additionally, UAE Team Emirates-XRG's policy restricts riders under 25 from participating in multiple Grand Tours in the same year, further limiting Ayuso's racing schedule in 2025, as they prioritize long-term health and development.
"We'll do the same with Ayuso, who unfortunately hasn't been at his best, but he is an incredible talent also. We're giving everyone opportunities, but also time to recover, thinking long-term."
"Ayuso is also expected to have ridden his last Grand Tour in 2025 at the Giro, with UAE's Tour de France team being all about Tadej Pogačar, and the Emirati squad's young rider policy preventing him from racing a second three-week race in one season at the Vuelta a España."
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