Contador consolidates Giro top spot

Spain’s Alberto Contador put in a stunning mountain time trial to win his second stage of this year’s Giro d’Italia this afternoon and strengthen his grip on first place.

Tue, 24 May, 2011 - 20:36

Spain’s Alberto Contador put in a stunning mountain time trial to win his second stage of this year’s Giro d’Italia this afternoon and strengthen his grip on first place.

The Saxo Bank-Sungard rider completed the 16th stage to Nevegal in 28 minutes and 55 seconds.

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