Disaster for Antonio Tiberi as illness forces Tour of the Alps abandonment

Disaster has struck for Antonio Tiberi, as the 23-year-old was forced to abandon the Tour of the Alps during today’s stage due to illness.

The Bahrain Victorious rider had been using the race as a key part of his build-up to the Giro d’Italia, which begins on 9 May. Whether he’ll now be able to start Italy’s Grand Tour remains uncertain.

Tiberi was one of Italy’s biggest hopes going into this year’s Giro. In 2024, he impressed by finishing fifth overall and winning the young rider classification, underlining his status as a rising star.

The news is a significant blow both for Tiberi and Bahrain - Victorious, who had been counting on his form as a cornerstone of their Giro ambitions. All eyes will now be on his recovery in the coming days.