Albania will host the “Giro d’Italia Grande Partenza” for the first time. This is one of the world’s most famous cycling tours.

The race will start from Durrës on May 9, continue to Tirana on May 10, and then to Vlorë on May 11.

Prime Minister Edi Rama highlighted the importance of this event today. He noted that 180 professional cyclists will compete.

“For the first time in history… Giro d’Italia comes to Albania,” Rama said. “One of the biggest cycling events in the world will take place on May 9, 10, and 11 in Durrës, Tirana, and Vlorë.”

The Prime Minister announced that 180 professional cyclists, champions from around the world, will race on our roads. This will put Albania on the map of global sports and emotions.

The Giro d’Italia began in 1909 together with Gazzetta dello Sport. It is now one of the most important cycling races worldwide and is broadcast by major international media.

In its 114-year history, the “Giro d’Italia Grande Partenza” has crossed Italy’s borders only 14 times.

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