Giro 2026: Live report stage 5

Today the riders tackle the toughest stage of the Giro d'Italia so far. On paper, it looks like a day for the breakaway. Follow the action live on Cyclingstage.com.

Luca Paletti attacks from the gun, but he is caught on the flat approach towards the climb to Prestieri. A number of other riders also try their luck, but without success. By the time the riders reach the foot of the climb, it is raining heavily.

For the current race situation, you can also check the trackers in the slideshow below this article; for the current weather conditions along the route, click on the interactive weather map.

Stage 5 is expected to finish at around 17:15 CEST. For details, see the timings in the slideshow below this article.

Other interesting reads:
- today's route
- today's favourites
- GC after stage 4
- points standings
- KOM standings
- full route
- start list
- withdrawals
- records & winners
- 2025 Giro d'Italia
- 2026 pro-cycling calendar