Simon Yates had a standout performance during a challenging stage of the Giro d'Italia, significantly reducing his time deficit to the leader Isaac del Toro. His late attack on the final climb showcased his determination and cycling prowess, allowing him to gain 54 seconds on del Toro and close within 26 seconds of the maglia rosa. Despite this, Richard Carapaz's strong performance kept him close behind Yates. Wout van Aert played a crucial role in positioning Yates for the climb, underlining the strategic team dynamics of the race.
At the finish, Yates knew there were GC favorites close behind when he made his first accelerations with 8.5km to race and ultimately made substantial gains.
Yates made a late attack on the final climb, dropping Del Toro and getting closer to Carapaz, which showcased his growing prowess in this year's Giro.
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