I also think it is better if he prepares for the tour. But he promised his mom that he will ride the giro......so I think he wants to honour her....although not too smart for his tour prep.
hombredesubaru said:News is that the stage will be shortened due to bad weather so I think this mean the climb at the start is out and the stage will be 150 km instead of 200 something.
I dont think Basso will stay in if he remains sick. The best Tour prep would be to get well and rest.