This term refers to the outcome of a particular day’s competition within a prestigious, annual, multi-stage cycling race held in Italy. A stage typically encompasses a specific route with a designated start and finish line. The outcome encompasses the finishing times and rankings of individual cyclists, influencing the overall standings within the broader, multi-week competition.
These daily outcomes are crucial for following the race’s progression. Each stage presents unique challenges mountainous terrain, flat sprints, or individual time trials impacting a cyclist’s performance and potentially shifting the overall leader. The cumulative results of each stage contribute to the final general classification, determining the overall winner of the grand tour. Historical data from past stages provides valuable context for analyzing current performance and predicting future outcomes.