Dauphiné Libéré stage 2 wrap: Just rewards for a strong Gilbert

Philippe Gilbert (Francaise des Jeux)

Philippe Gilbert (Francaise des Jeux) (Image credit: Luc Claessen)

Having spent his fair share of 2006 at the front of the peloton with only one win to his name, Francaise des Jeux's Philippe Gilbert has won stage 2 of the Dauphiné Libéré into Saint-Galmier. It was a well deserved triumph for the young Belgian, who spent the bulk of the day in front of the main bunch with team-mate Sébastien Joly and Cédric Vasseur (Quick.Step) for company.

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