Chris Froome snatched the
Giro d'Italia's lead in a sensational breakaway on the highest
climb of this year's 101st edition, the 'Cima Coppi', on the
19th stage.
The Kenya-born Briton has 37 seconds on Dutchman Tom
Dumoulin, the reigning champion.
Britain's Simon Yates, leader for several days until today,
collapsed.
The 101st Giro ends in Rome Sunday.
Saturday's 20th stage also features tough climbs.
Four-time Tour de France champ Froome is looking to become
the seventh man to win all three grand tours, including also the
Vuelta a Espana.
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