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Jai Hindley finishes third at Giro d'Italia, makes Australian cycling history

The Guardian Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 12:04 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Jai Hindley finishes third at Giro d'Italia, makes Australian cycling history

Summary

Jai Hindley of Red Bull BORA-hansgrohe secured third place in the Giro d'Italia, marking his third overall podium finish in Grand Tours. This achievement positions him as just the second Australian to accomplish this feat. The Giro was dominated by Jonas Vingegaard, who claimed the championship and recorded five stage victories. Hindley, despite not winning any stages, highlighted his status as one of Australia's top cyclists.

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By the Numbers

•Hindley finishes third in the Giro d'Italia.
•Jonas Vingegaard wins the championship with five stage wins.
•Hindley is the second Australian with three Grand Tour podiums.
•No Australian won stages, but four finished in the top 17.

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12:04 AMThe Guardian Sport — ‘Pinnacle of cycling’: Jai Hindley creates Australian history with Giro d’Italia podium hat-trick

What they're saying

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Red Bull BORA-hansgrohe rider, who won in 2022, finishes third No stages won by an Australian but four finish in top 17 Jai Hindley has roared again in the “pinnacle of cycling”, making history as just the second Australian to enjoy three overall podium finishes in Grand Tours as he rode home for a valiant third place in the Giro d’Italia. As new champion Jonas Vingegaard confirmed his place among the sport’s all-time elite in Rome by completing his set of the three Grand Tour triumphs and dominating the 109th Giro with five magnificent stage wins, Hindley underlined why he is one of Australia’s greatest. Continue reading...
— The Guardian Sportby Australian Associated Press

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