- Max Schachmann retains the yellow jersey
- Caleb Ewan, the stage’s clear favourite, lived up to expectations.
- No change in the general classification
The second stage of the 2025 Itzulia set off from the streets of Pamplona. Ahead of the start, the peloton rode a section of the famous San Fermín route – a rare and memorable image. With nearly 200 kilometres ahead, it marked the longest stage of the 2025 edition. The whole stage was set to take place in Navarre.
The day’s breakaway took shape in the opening kilometres, comprising five riders. Xabier Isasa (EUS, 134), Tobias Bayer (ADC, 156), Diego Uriarte (EKP, 167), Sinuhé Fernandez (BBH, 187) and Julen Arriola-Bengoa (CJR, 217). The peloton allowed them to gain a maximum lead of nearly 3 minutes.
Diego Uriarte (EKP, 167), wearing the mountains jersey, claimed the 3 points at the San Martin de Unx mountain pass, ensuring he would hold onto the jersey for at least another day.
Behind, Ineos Grenadiers set the pace, ensuring the escapees didn’t gain too much of a lead. It was evident that the team was focusing on stage opportunities for Caleb Ewan (IGD, 17).
At the 40-kilometre mark, Soudal Quick-Step, in the yellow jersey, initiated the chase to reel in the breakaway. The gap to the breakaway stood at two minutes. In the final kilometres, the peloton, led by Visma–Lease a Bike and Soudal Quick-Step, cut the gap to one minute. The breakaway’s chances of contesting the stage were quickly diminishing.
With just 3 kilometres remaining, the breakaway was caught. The fastest riders battled in a tight sprint, which was ultimately claimed by Australian Caleb Ewan (IGD, 17).
The general classification remains the same, with Schachmann retaining the yellow jersey.
Standings after Stage 2
Stage winner: Caleb Ewan (IGD, 17).
Overall individual ranking: Max Schachmann (SOQ, 144)
Mountain classification: Diego Uriarte (EKP, 167)
Overall points classification: Max Schachmann (SOQ, 144)
Overall ranking best young rider: Michael Shea Leonard (IGD, 15)
Overall team classification: Soudal Quick-Step
Overall ranking best Basque rider: Pello Bilbao (TBV, 31)
Most combative: Tobias Bayer (ADC, 156)
