Cavendish to race Missouri

The third stage win for Mark Cavendish (Team Columbia)

The third stage win for Mark Cavendish (Team Columbia) (Image credit: Stephen McMahon)

Team Columbia's Mark Cavendish took his third straight win in the Tour of Ireland, this time taking the 201km stage from Ballinrobe to Gallway. The win was the Manx-man's 16th of the season, his 15th sprint win on the road, and 25th professional victory. This, along with four Tour de France stage wins this year have confirmed him as the sport's top sprinter.

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