Overview
- Remco Evenepoel won the 17 km Alginet individual time trial, which was run on road bikes after strong winds led organizers to neutralize general classification times.
- With stage times voided for the standings, Biniam Girmay retained the leader’s jersey despite finishing far down the order as many riders completed the course cautiously.
- Movistar’s Iván Romeo voiced frustration over the last‑minute decision and urged the establishment of clear, external safety protocols to guide such calls.
- Lidl–Trek confirmed Mads Pedersen underwent surgery for a fractured left wrist and right clavicle after his crash, leaving his spring classics schedule uncertain.
- Stage 3 today covers 158 km from Orihuela to Sant Vicent del Raspeig with a flat opening and two late climbs, and Saturday’s queen stage will include the ultra‑steep Calle Pou after a local teenager lobbied for its addition.