Cristian Scaroni received a yellow card for celebrating XDS Astana teammate Thomas Silva's win on stage 2 (Image credit: Getty Images) The 2026 Giro d'Italia is underway, and with it the first fines and penalties have been handed out, with the first yellow card handed out to Cristian Scaroni on stage 2 for celebrating his teammate Thomas Silva's victory before crossing the finish line. Over three weeks and 21 stages of racing, there are plenty of chances for riders and teams to break the rules during a Grand Tour, varying from minor infractions to more serious incidents. During the race, dozens of fines and yellow cards will be handed out. Infractions that are considered dangerous can also earn a rider a yellow card, a system brought in a couple of years ago. If a rider or staff member receives more than one yellow card in the same race, they are disqualified and suspended for seven days.…