Mads Würtz Schmidt clinched victory at Unbound Gravel, navigating through severe weather including rain, lightning, and mud. His win was significantly aided by a crucial team tactic involving a wheel swap with teammate Keegan Swenson after a flat tire. Schmidt's dominant performance highlighted the strength of his Specialized team in adverse conditions.

Romain Bardet's first appearance at Unbound Gravel concluded prematurely after approximately 100 miles due to severe muddy conditions. The former Tour de France stage winner, who expressed his participation was for enjoyment rather than competition, faced treacherous terrain caused by heavy rain and thunderstorms in the Flint Hills.

Lorena Wiebes of SD Worx-Protime secured a dominant sprint victory in the first stage of the Giro d'Italia Women. She expressed confidence in potentially doubling her wins and wearing the pink jersey on the next stage. Her team successfully controlled the race despite a chaotic final circuit in Ravenna, highlighting her strong performance and tactical team support.