The 108th Giro d’Italia
Chasing the Maglia Rosa
Mark your calendars for the Giro d'Italia!
On Friday, 9th May 2025, the Giro d'Italia returns for its thrilling 108th edition. This iconic three-week, multi-stage cycling race primarily unfolds across the scenic landscapes of Italy, occasionally crossing into neighboring countries.
First held in 1909 to boost sales of La Gazzetta dello Sport, the Giro remains organized by a subsidiary of the newspaper's parent company. Since its inception, it has been staged every year, becoming a cornerstone of professional cycling.
Today, the Giro d’Italia stands as one of the sport’s most prestigious events, forming the revered trio of “Grand Tours” alongside the Tour de France and the Vuelta a España. The Giro brings together the best cyclists from around the globe to battle through challenging routes, breathtaking landscapes, and intense competition.
The Team to Watch: UAE Team Emirates
Last year, UAE Team Emirates took control of the Giro with aggressive racing, strategic brilliance, and a standout performance from their GC leader. In 2025, the team returns with a stacked lineup that blends experience and youth.
Leading the charge will be Adam Yates , who’s proven time and again they can climb with the best and time trial like a champion. Supporting him is a world-class squad of climbers, domestiques, and tactical masterminds including riders like Brandon McNulty , Jay Vine , Igor Arrieta or Rafal Majka .
With the maglia rosa on the line, they’ll face stiff competition from Ineos, Red Bull Bora, and other powerhouse teams but make no mistake, UAE Team Emirates is here to fight .
Watch Every Stage with Wolfi’s – Fan Zones Every Day!
We’re just as excited as you are, which is why Wolfi’s will be hosting daily Giro Fan Zones in-store! Come join fellow cycling fans to watch every twist and turn of this epic three-week race. We’ll stream every stage live, from brutal mountain-top finishes to dramatic time trials.
And that’s not all:
Connect with the Community
Meet fellow fans, chat about team tactics, celebrate every stage outcome with Dubai’s cycling community and win amazing prizes!
Let’s Ride with the Best
Whether you’re backing UAE Team Emirates to repeat their triumph or simply love the drama of Grand Tour racing, the Giro d’Italia 2025 promises action, emotion, and edge-of-your-seat moments. And there’s no better place to experience it than at Wolfi’s fan zones .
THE GIRO D'ITALIA JERSEYS:
Giro d'Italia Pink Jersey:
The Pink Jersey is a symbol of honor and resilience, determination and success, awarded to the race leader.
Giro d'Italia Cyclamen Jersey:
The Cyclamen Jersey rewards the best sprinter of the Giro, symbolizing speed, power, and tactics.
Giro d'Italia Blue Jersey:
The Blue Jersey at the Giro rewards the best climber, symbolizing tenacity and mastery in the mountains.
Giro d'Italia Jersey:
The White Jersey at the Giro rewards the best young rider, symbolizing emerging talent and the future of cycling.
Giro d'Italia Black Jersey:
The Black Jersey is a symbol of heroic cycling, awarded to the last finisher, symbolizing tenacity and a fighting spirit.
THE ROUTE
The 2025 Giro d’Italia offers a captivating journey through diverse terrains and historic regions, spanning three countries over 21 stages from 9th May to 1st June.
The Giro kicks off in Durrës, Albania and reaches its grand finale in Rome, Italy featuring a blend of mountain ascents, time trials, gravel sectors, and sprint stages.
Total Km: 3,443.3
Average Km:164
Altitude Gain (m):52,350
Number of Giro Stage: 21
THE GIRO STAGES
Stage 1:
9th May | Durrës → Tirana (160 km, Hilly)
The race kicks off in Albania with a semi-mountainous stage, featuring rolling terrain that could favor breakaway specialists or punchy sprinters.
Stage 2:
10th May | Tirana → Tirana (13.7 km, ITT)
A flat individual time trial through the streets of Tirana, offering early time gaps among general classification contenders.
Stage 3:
11th May | Vlorë → Vlorë (160 km, Hilly)
A hilly circuit around Vlorë, presenting opportunities for aggressive riders to animate the race.
Stage 4:
13th May | Alberobello → Lecce (189 km, Flat)
A flat stage through Puglia, likely culminating in a bunch sprint in the historic city of Lecce.
Stage 5:
14th May | Ceglie Messapica → Matera (151 km, Flat)
Undulating terrain leading to the picturesque town of Matera; a day for breakaways or strong sprinters who can handle short climbs.
Stage 6:
15th May | Potenza → Naples (227 km, Flat)
A long day with varied terrain, ending with a technical finish in Naples that could challenge the peloton.
Stage 7:
16th May | Castel di Sangro → Tagliacozzo (168 km, Mountain)
Mountainous terrain introduces the first significant climbs of the Giro, testing the legs of GC hopefuls.
Stage 8:
17th May | Giulianova → Castelraimondo (197 km, Hilly)
A rolling stage with potential for breakaways to succeed amidst the undulating landscape.
Stage 9:
18th May | Gubbio → Siena (181 km, Hilly)
A scenic route through Tuscany, featuring challenging hills that could shake up the general classification.
Stage 10:
20th May | Lucca → Pisa (28.6 km, ITT)
A longer individual time trial that may significantly impact the GC standings.
Stage 11:
21st May | Viareggio → Castelnovo ne' Monti (186 km, Hilly)
A transition stage moving inland, with rolling terrain that suits breakaway specialists.
Stage 12:
22nd May | Modena → Viadana (172 km, Flat)
Flat roads through the Po Valley, setting the stage for a high-speed sprint finish.
Stage 13:
23rd May | Rovigo → Vicenza (180 km, Hilly)
An undulating course that could favor classics-style riders or opportunistic breakaways.
Stage 14:
24th May | Treviso → Nova Gorica/Gorizia (195 km, Hilly)
Crossing into Slovenia, this stage features rolling terrain and a potential for cross-border excitement.
Stage 15:
25th May | Fiume Veneto → Asiago (219 km, Mountain)
A mountainous stage with significant climbs, providing a platform for GC contenders to make moves.
Stage 16:
27th May | Piazzola sul Brenta → Brentonico (203 km, Mountain)
Challenging climbs dominate this stage, offering another opportunity for climbers to shine.
Stage 17:
28th May | San Michele all’Adige → Bormio (155km, Hilly)
A high-altitude stage with multiple climbs, including iconic passes, testing riders' endurance.
Stage 18:
29th May | Morbegno → Cesano Maderno (144 km, Flat)
A flatter stage offering respite before the final mountain challenges, likely ending in a sprint.
Stage 19:
30th May | Biella → Champoluc (166 km, Mountain)
A short but intense mountain stage with nearly 5,000 meters of climbing, crucial for GC ambitions.
Stage 20:
31st May | Verrès → Sestrière (205 km, Mountain)
The queen stage featuring the Colle delle Finestre, the highest point of the race, with its gravel sections posing a significant challenge. However, recent heavy snowfalls in the Alps may lead to route alterations.
Stage 21:
1st June | Vatican City → Rome (143 km, Flat)
A ceremonial start within the Vatican's walls honors the late Pope Francis, followed by a flat route into Rome, concluding near the Colosseum
Stay tuned to our social media for the full fan zone schedule, prize announcements, and daily Giro updates.
💗 It’s time to go all out in pink for the Giro!…
Forza UAE Team Emirates!