Slovenia’s Pogacar increased his massive lead at the top of the general classification with his sixth-stage victory.
However, it occurred after a three-hour wait because riders and teams refused to bike the 202-kilometer course from Livigno to Santa Cristina Valgardena.
That was due to safety concerns regarding the planned ascent and descent of the Umbrail Pass, which is a diversion from the Stelvio due to the risk of avalanches.
“To be honest, I believe it is one of the poorest organised races. This would never happen!