Cycling news - Stephen Williams wins Queen´s Stage to top general classification ahead of CRO Race final stage

With one stage left of the CRO Race, Britain´s Stephen Williams tops the table after a brilliant win on the 137.5km Queen´s Stage. Williams edged out rivals Markus Hoelgaard and Mick van Dijke to take the overall lead, with Van Dijke now second in the general classification and Hoelgaard in third. Britain´s Simon Yates sits fourth.

Britain’s Stephen Williams win Queen Stage and tops the leaderboard ahead of final day of CRO Race.

The Welshman, riding for Team Bahrain Victorious, finished the 137.5km stage 5 in 3:20:35, ahead Markus Hoelgaard and Mick van Dijke.

He now sits 17 seconds ahead of Team Jumbo-Visma´s van Dyke in the general classification, and 18 ahead of third place Hoelgaard (Uno-X).

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Britain’s Simon Yates sits in fourth place in the overall standings, just 23 seconds behind his compatriot.

Williams edged a close contest from Rabac to Opatija in perfect conditions, navigating a tough 969m ascent in the middle of the race.

The Stage 5 victory is the first pro win of his career.

'Over the moon' - Williams delighted with win on Stage 5 of CRO Race

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