Stage 3 brings the drama down a notch, hopefully. After two explosive stages the third day has just one climb and a flat finish. A time bonus sprint inside 15km to go might liven things up a touch but the overall contenders should be content to sit this one out.
Stage 3 Sprints
Stage 3 Mountains
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French star powers to victory in close battle on tough Zeddam course -
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