According to sources, Georg Zimmermann received a water bottle from his service car during the stage. He then reached for another bottle, dropped it, and gained speed with the help of the car. Aftonbladet reports that Zimmermann's cheating was captured on video.
The exact time and location within the fifth stage where the incident occurred has not been specified. Aftonbladet also reports that Zimmermann struggled on an uphill section and committed a foul that was captured on video. Zimmermann finished in 24th place on the stage, which was won by Isaac del Toro.
It is so obvious.
Del Toro was also the overall winner of the entire Tirreno-Adriatico race. " What specific penalty or disciplinary action, if any, Georg Zimmermann faced for the incident remains unknown. Whether Zimmermann or his team has issued a statement regarding the cheating allegations is also unclear.
It looks so damn bad.