Valle d'Aosta: Bravo wins the hill climb time trial, Bock one second behind
by Radiociclismo Reporter
Henrique Bravo conquers the first stage of the 2026 Giro della Valle d'Aosta, a hill climb time trial from Passy to Plaine-Joux. The rider beat Bock by just one second, in a stage that immediately highlighted the climbing values.
LeadHenrique Bravo conquers the first stage of the 2026 Giro della Valle d'Aosta, a hill climb time trial from Passy to Plaine-Joux. The rider beat Bock by just one second, in a stage that immediately highlighted the climbing values.The raceThe opening hill climb time trial saw Bravo prevail with the best time, stopping the clock ahead of Bock, who was just one second behind. Third place went to Riccardo Moret, who completes the day's podium. The general classification remains in the balance, with minimal gaps among the top riders.Stage result (top 5)Henrique BravoBock at 1"Riccardo MoretFourth classifiedFifth classifiedRC Young Riders ClassificationData not available for this category. Follow the updated standings on RadioCiclismo Giovani.ClosingThe narrow margin between Bravo and Bock leaves the race for the general classification wide open, with the upcoming stages potentially overturning the hierarchy.
