Geraint Thomas full of 'confidence and belief', ready for Giro d'Italia showdown

Geraint Thomas (Ineos Grenadiers) on the podium after stage 17 of the Giro d'Italia
Geraint Thomas (Ineos Grenadiers) on the podium after stage 17 of the Giro d'Italia (Image credit: Getty Images Sport)

Geraint Thomas was back in the Giro d'Italia maglia rosa for the long flat ride to Caorle, his mind on recovering and fueling for the final decisive stages in the mountains to the north rather than enjoying the ride and the views near the Venice lagoon.

Thomas and his Ineos Grenadiers teammates were able to enjoy the steady, gradual downhill ride from Pergine Valsugana because Bahrain Victorious, Movistar, Team DSM, and Astana Qazaqstan lead the chase of the break for their sprinters.

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