Isaac Del Toro Triumphs At Circuito De Getxo With Juan Ayuso In Second Place

Isaac del Toro of UAE Team Emirates-XRG claimed his eighth win of the season with a solo 16.5km attack at the Circuito de Getxo. His decisive move on the Alto de Pike's final climb secured victory, bringing the team's total wins to 69 this year. Del Toro's teammate, Juan Ayuso, finished second after a strategic sprint, marking another successful 1-2 finish for the Emirati team.

Throughout the race, UAE Team Emirates-XRG controlled the peloton effectively. Riders like Marcos Freire, Domen Novak, and Jay Vine played key roles in managing a 10-man breakaway. Their efforts ensured that the main group remained competitive as they approached the day's final climbs. This teamwork set the stage for Del Toro's winning move.

Earlier in the weekend, Del Toro had shown promise at the Clásica San Sebastián but finished fifth after a challenging day. However, he capitalised on his form at Getxo, making his attack count when it mattered most. The team's strategy paid off as they maintained a strong presence throughout both races in the Basque Country.

As they reached Alto de Pike's base, Ayuso increased the pace significantly. This forced competitors into defensive positions as they struggled to keep up. Del Toro then launched his decisive attack with 16.5km remaining, quickly gaining a 10-second lead by reaching the climb's summit.

During the descent, Ayuso monitored Alex Aranburu from Cofidis closely while Lidl-Trek’s Héctor Álvarez and Toms Skujiņš joined them on flatter terrain. As they entered the final 10km stretch, Del Toro maintained a steady gap of around 20 seconds over his chasers until crossing Getxo’s finish line.

Final Standings and Results

The official results for Circuito de Getxo in 2025 are as follows: Isaac del Toro (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) completed in 3:59:10; Juan Ayuso (UAE Team Emirates-XRG) followed at +10 seconds; Alex Aranburu (Cofidis) finished with the same time as Ayuso.

This victory highlights UAE Team Emirates-XRG's tactical prowess and teamwork throughout these races. Their ability to control race dynamics effectively allowed them to secure top positions consistently during this competitive weekend in Spain’s Basque Country.

With inputs from WAM