May 19, 2026 – The Giro d’Italia delivered a pivotal Stage 10, a 42-kilometer flat individual time trial (ITT). Italy’s time trial king Filippo Ganna dominated the race once again. At the 2026 Giro d’Italia Stage 10 ITT, he showed world-class form to claim an easy stage victory. He also won the 2026 Tour of Flanders and has finished in the top three of iconic classics like Milan–San Remo on multiple occasions. In this ITT, Ganna stormed to a commanding win, clocking an average speed of 54.9 km/h and beating the runner-up by nearly two minutes, further cementing his legacy as the “King of the Giro TT.”
Stage Highlights: Ganna Unrivaled, GC Standings Shift
Winner: Filippo Ganna (Ineos Grenadiers) Ganna maintained consistent power and flawless rhythm from start to finish, pulling away unchallenged. He crossed the line at a staggering 54.9 km/h, securing an undisputed stage win.
Podium：Ganna’s teammate Thymen Arensman (Ineos Grenadiers) took second place as the top GC rider of the day, with Rémi Cavagna (Groupama-FDJ United) rounding out the podium in third.
GC Contenders’ Performances: Jonas Vingegaard (Jumbo-Visma) struggled, finishing three minutes behind Ganna in 13th place. Primož Roglič (Bora-Hansgrohe) trailed by four and a half minutes. Maglia rosa wearer Juan Ayuso (Bahrain Victorious) defended his overall race lead under pressure, preserving his advantage.
Pre-Race Notes: Matteo Pelizzari and Jai Hindley were affected by gastrointestinal issues before the stage but rode solidly to finish.
A Legacy Link: Ganna’s Colpack Days and MBH Bank Team’s Heritage
This victory held special meaning for Ganna, as his U23 youth career (2016) was spent with the legendary Italian development squad Team Colpack.
Ganna’s Youthful Beginnings
In 2016, at age 19, Ganna joined Team Colpack. Nurtured by the team’s focus on young talent, he quickly rose through the ranks, claiming the U23 Italian National ITT title and a silver medal in the U23 European ITT Championship that same year. His exceptional time trial talent caught global attention, laying the groundwork for his future world champion status.
Team Evolution & Development
Notably, today’s MBH Bank Team, sponsored by UPVINE , traces its origins directly to Team Colpack. Founded in 2011, Colpack was one of Italy’s most successful U23 development teams, consistently producing top-tier talent for the professional peloton. In 2026, the team stepped up to UCI ProTeam status, rebranding as MBH Bank Team. With sponsorship from UPVINE, it continues Colpack’s legacy of nurturing young, promising riders.
A Story of Continuity
Team Colpack not only developed Ganna but also world champions like Simone Consonni, earning its reputation as a cradle of Italian cycling talent. Now, MBH Bank Team carries the torch, remaining dedicated to discovering and developing young riders—creating an unbreakable link to Ganna’s professional roots.
Post-Stage Standings & Outlook
After Stage 10, Juan Ayuso retains the maglia rosa, with Jonas Vingegaard second and Primož Roglič third overall. While Ganna sits low in the general classification, he has firmly established himself as the undisputed Giro TT king, with upcoming time trials still set to be his domain.
This ITT was more than a solo masterclass by Ganna—it celebrated Italy’s cycling development pipeline. From Team Colpack to MBH Bank Team, from a raw U23 prospect to a world champion, Ganna’s victory stands as a testament to Italy’s elite youth cycling system.
