Simon Yates finishes safely in peloton to seal victory at Giro d’Italia

With the final stage a largely-ceremonial affair, which started with the leading riders meeting Pope Leo XIV, only a serious crash would have denied Yates a second Grand Tour victory following his success in the 2018 Vuelta a Espana.

IN THE PINK: Simon Yates has won the 2025 Giro d’Italia. Pic: Massimo Paolone/LaPresse via AP

Britain’s Simon Yates sealed victory in the Giro d’Italia following the final stage from the Vatican City to Rome.

Yates took a lead of almost four minutes into stage 21 and finished safely in the peloton as Visma-Lease a Bike team-mate Olav Kooij came out on top in a sprint finish.