Fabio Aru (Astana), holding the Maglia Blanco for Nairo Quintana (Movistar) went out in hopes of moving up the General Classification with a great storming ride up the side of the mountain. Being the best place Italian in the race, the tifosi lining the entire 26.8 kilometers of the climb screamed, danced, and ran with their man, encouraging his every pedals stoke to ever greater speeds. Aru was in the Blanco even though Quintana is the best placed young rider, but it would be silly to wear two jersey at the same time. It is stunning to watch the crowd part as their man rides up the mountain, so times not as quickly as they should. It is questionable if those blocking the way cost more seconds than their encouragement gained. This is an original watercolor and ink postcard that is available for purchase through my artist website at
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