Sepp Kuss Wins Giro's Brutal Queen Stage

Sepp Kuss won the Giro d'Italia's brutal queen stage on Friday, crossing the line at the summit finish of Alleghe.

Kuss was part of the day's breakaway and managed to pull away from his competitors, including Derek Gee-West, who finished second.

The stage had over 5,000 metres of climbing across six tough ascents through the stunning Dolomites.

Kuss's victory marked a significant milestone in his career, having won stages in the Tour de France and Spanish Vuelta.

Kuss's win was not just a personal achievement, but also a crucial step towards helping his teammate Jonas Vingegaard maintain the overall lead.

Vingegaard remained firmly in the lead heading into the final two days of the Giro d'Italia, with a 4 minute and 3 second advantage over Felix Gall.

Kuss's performance was praised by Vingegaard, who described him as a "good guy" who deserves the win.

The winner of the Giro d'Italia will be all but decided on Saturday's penultimate stage, a 200-kilometre route from Gemona del Friuli with three classified climbs.

Kuss's victory has set him up for a strong finish in the Grand Tour, and he will be looking to support Vingegaard in the final stages.

The women's Giro starts on Saturday and ends on June 7, but for now, the focus remains on the men's competition.

Kuss's mother was in attendance, cheering him on from 500 meters from the finish line, making the win even more special for the American rider.

As the Giro d'Italia enters its final stages, Kuss's performance will be closely watched by fans and competitors alike.