Young rider classification in the Giro d'Italia
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The Young rider classification in the Giro d'Italia was added to the Giro d'Italia in 1976 for the younger riders in the race.[1] The classification is calculated in the same way as the general classification, with the riders times being totaled together after each stage; however, the classification is restricted to those no older than 25 years during the calendar year of the race.[1][2] Between 1976 and 1994 the classification had different qualifications.[2] The leader of the classification is awarded a white jersey (maglia bianca).[2][1]
Quick Facts Sport, Competition ...
Sport | Road bicycle racing |
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Competition | Giro d'Italia |
Awarded for | Best young rider |
Local name | Maglia bianca (in Italian) |
History | |
First award | 1976 |
Editions | 36 (as of 2023) |
First winner | Alfio Vandi (ITA) |
Most wins | Vladimir Poulnikov (URS) Pavel Tonkov (RUS) Bob Jungels (LUX) Miguel Ángel López (COL) (2 wins) |
Most recent | João Almeida (cyclist) (POR) |
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The classification was discontinued after the 1994 Giro d'Italia.[2][1] However, it was reintroduced in 2007, with the age limit increased to 25 years.[2][1]