Runner-up of the 2024 Giro d’Italia was a Colombian representative

Additionally, success in this career can boost their professional careers and increase their value on cycling teams. In the past, the Colombian cyclists have left a significant mark on the Giro d’Italia, standing out for his ability in the mountain stages and his endurance in this demanding competition.

For example, Nairo Quintana He became an icon by winning the Giro in 2014, being the first Colombian to achieve it. This triumph was a turning point for Colombian cycling, opening the doors for other cyclists in the country to stand out in this prestigious race.

In addition, Rigoberto Urán, with his second place in 2013 and 2014, and Esteban Chaves, third in 2016, They have also contributed to the recognition and respect towards Colombian cyclists internationally.

In addition, in 2017 Nairo Quintana became runner-up Being just a few seconds away from first place. For its part, in 2018 Miguel Ángel López He shared the podium with champions Chris Froome and Tom Domoulin.

The participation and success of these athletes in the Giro d’Italia have inspired a new generation of cyclists in Colombia, consolidating the country as an emerging power in road cycling.

This 2024 Colombia had seven representatives on the track, all of them competed with immense determination and passion for the sport: Nairo Quintana, Fernando Gaviria, Einer Rubio, Daniel Felipe Martínez, Esteban Chaves, Juan Sebastián Molano and Jonathan Restrepo.

Daniel Felipe Martínez second place on the podium, with a general classification time of 79:23:59. Einer Rubio placed seventh with a time of 79:29:55. The other representatives of the country respectively were: 19 Nairo Quintana, 28 Jhonatan Narvaez, 35 Esteban Chaves, 71 Jefferson Cepeda and 125 Juan Sebastián Molano.