Surprise in the caravan because in the Garibaldi, the official race book, the Cima Coppi was indicated only with the letter C: this happens in the Giro of patron C and director V.

Mechanics from some teams were reported for cruelty: while preparing bikes for the Champoluc stage, they put the elevation profile even on sprinters' handlebars.

Some foreign teams showed up with such weak lineups that next year they will be redirected to the Mediolanum ride.

Many riders are envious of Pidcock, the most disappointing of the foreigners expected at the start: they wonder how he managed to guarantee immunity from criticism.

The loyal reader of tuttobiciweb reports the only statement by Ayuso when leaving the Giro: 'The hornet that stung me was an insect, not a Visma member'.

Concern at Giro E during the stage presentation: more than one rider was worried when they learned that the finish would be in short circuit.

Cristiano De Rosa denies that to create the innovative graphics on the VF Group Bardiani Csf Faizané bikes, he consulted a literature teacher.

"Fans are convinced that Carapaz will take the yellow jersey" (Ettore Giovannelli, Rai correspondent, tries everything to prove that the Giro is like the Tour).