<ul><li>21-year-old Welshman wins by 1sec for Ineos Grenadiers</li><li>Second is enough for Primoz Roglic to take overall lead</li></ul>Josh Tarling of Ineos Grenadiers set a time-trial pace even the race favourite, Primoz Roglic, could not match to win stage two of the Giro d’Italia by one second in Albania.Tarling had a nervous wait before his first Grand Tour stage victory was confirmed as the 21-year-old Welshman watched Roglic come so close, but the Slovene had to settle for second place with the consolation of taking over the leader’s pink jersey for Red Bull–Bora–Hansgrohe.Full report to follow <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2025/may/10/giro-ditalia-josh-tarling-primoz-roglic-time-trial-victory-cycling">Continue reading...</a>

This victory highlights the emergence of young talent in professional cycling, with Tarling’s win showcasing the competitive depth of the sport. Roglic’s strong performance maintains his position as a top contender, setting up an exciting race for the overall title. The close finish underscores the high stakes and unpredictability of Grand Tour events.

21-year-old Welshman wins by 1sec for Ineos Grenadiers
Second is enough for Primoz Roglic to take overall lead

Josh Tarling of Ineos Grenadiers set a time-trial pace even the race favourite, Primoz Roglic, could not match to win stage two of the Giro d’Italia by one second in Albania.
Tarling had a nervous wait before his first Grand Tour stage victory was confirmed as the 21-year-old Welshman watched Roglic come so close, but the Slovene had to settle for second place with the consolation of taking over the leader’s pink jersey for Red Bull–Bora–Hansgrohe.
Full report to follow
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21-year-old Welsh cyclist Josh Tarling narrowly defeats race favorite Primoz Roglic by one second to win stage two of the Giro d’Italia in a thrilling time-trial, while Roglic secures the overall race lead.  

Giro d’Italia: Josh Tarling edges out Roglic for time-trial victory in Tirana

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