Contador takes Giro lead after 1st mountain stage; Aru 2nd (The Associated Press)

Alberto Contador claimed the overall lead in the Giro d’Italia after the first mountain stage on Wednesday, as the race favorites leaped into action on the concluding climb to Abetone. French veteran Sylvain Chavanel, another breakaway member, finished second, 1:31 behind, and Italian title hopeful Fabio Aru crossed third with the same time, with Contador and Richie Porte right behind. Previous leader Simon Clarke dropped far behind.