The 2025 Giro d'Italia Women begins with a 14.2 kilometre individual time trial in Bergamo, designed for general classification riders. While the flat course may not create significant gaps, critical differences among the favourites are anticipated. Last year's champion, Elisa Longo Borghini, remains a strong contender despite finishing second recently and not wearing her national champion jersey. Marlen Reusser is expected to dominate the stage, with other strong riders such as Anna van der Breggen and Lotte Kopecky also in contention.
Elisa Longo Borghini, last year's winner, has had a successful season with wins but will not wear her national champion jersey during the Giro d'Italia stage.
Marlen Reusser is the top favourite for the opening stage of the Giro d'Italia Women following her strong performances in the Tour de Suisse and Vuelta a Burgos.
The first stage features a 14.2 kilometre flat individual time trial in Bergamo, which may not create large gaps in the overall standings.
Important differences among the Giro d'Italia favourites are expected to emerge despite the flatness of the course.
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