Healy hailed for 'incredible' solo ride to claim Giro stage victory

The 22-year-old made history with the win on Saturday. 

OUT ON HIS OWN: Ben Healy of Ireland and Team EF Education-EasyPost celebrates at finish line in Fossombrone. Picture: Stuart Franklin/Getty Images

Ben Healy created his own bit of history at the Giro d’Italia this weekend by becoming just the sixth Irishman to win a stage of the Italian Grand Tour.

The Birmingham-born 22-year old, who qualifies to ride for Ireland through his father who has roots in Cork, put in a stunning performance to claim a memorable solo victory on Saturday’s stage from Terni to Fossombrone.