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By Cycling News published 28 July 2011

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Philippe Gilbert (Omega Pharma-Lotto) on the podium with Fabian Cancellara and Thor Hushovd(Image credit: AFP)

Gilbert beats Cancellara in the sprint(Image credit: AFP)

Gilbert goes on the attack(Image credit: AFP)

Philippe Gilbert (Omega Pharma-Lotto) won the Sørlandsparken Grand Prix criterium in Norway on Wednesday night, edging out Fabian Cancellara (Leopard Trek) in a close two-rider sprint finish.

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