Stage 1 Time Trials Commence Times for Giro d'Italia Women
The highly anticipated Giro d'Italia Women 2025 is set to commence, with an impressive roster of riders from across the globe ready to take on the challenging course. Here's a look at some of the key participants and favourites for the coveted Pink Jersey.
Starting the race with number 153 is defending champion Elisa Longo Borghini (Lidl-Trek / UAE Team ADQ). She will be backed by teammates Silvia Persico, Erica Magnaldi, and Brodie Chapman, who aim to help her retain her title. Longo Borghini won the race last year and has shown good form recently, including a second place at the Vuelta a Burgos and the Tour de Suisse.
Marlen Reusser (Movistar) is another favourite for this year's race. She has made significant progress, showing improved climbing ability and winning overall at the Vuelta a Burgos and Tour de Suisse in 2025. Reusser finished second at the Vuelta a España and is among the top contenders, particularly with the opening stage being a time trial suited to her strengths.
Anna van der Breggen (SD Worx-Protime), the four-time winner who has returned from retirement, is also a contender given her experience and ability on tough mountainous courses.
Juliette Labous (FDJ-SUEZ) has been named in the start list as a favourite, bringing strong general classification capabilities.
Monica Trinca Colonel (Liv AlUla Jayco) is showing rapid progression in 2025, with strong climbing and time-trial abilities. She is considered a key GC hope for her team and could be a breakthrough stage racer here.
Lotte Kopecky, who finished second overall in 2024 and won a stage, remains a notable contender for this year's race.
Other riders to watch include sprinters like Georgia Baker and attacking riders like Caroline Andersson who could impact specific stages or intermediate classifications.
Overall, the main battle for the Pink Jersey is expected between Longo Borghini and Reusser, with van der Breggen, Labous, and emerging talents like Trinca Colonel posing strong challenges. The Giro d'Italia Women 2025 is set to be an exciting race, with a mix of experienced riders and promising newcomers ready to vie for the top spot.
Sports enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the Giro d'Italia Women 2025, as key participants such as Elisa Longo Borghini (Lidl-Trek / UAE Team ADQ) aim to defend their titles. Another favorite, Marlen Reusser (Movistar), has showcased improved climbing abilities and won overall at the Vuelta a Burgos and Tour de Suisse in 2025.
