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Vuelta a España 2016 stage 2

Vuelta 2016 Stage 2: Meersman sprints to victory, Kwiatkowski takes lead

At 160.8 kilometres, stage 2 in La Vuelta is played out on rolling roads with a tough climb halfway and a modest hill with 10 kilometres remaining. The race boils down to a bunch sprint with Gianni Meersman powering to victory. Michal Kwiatkowski, who finishes in fourth place, is the new leader.

Vuelta 2016 Route stage 2: Ourense – Baiona

Sunday, Augustus 21, 2016 – At 159 kilometres, stage 2 of the 2016 Vuelta a España is a flat endeavour, starting in Ourense and leading to Baiona.

Vuelta 2016 Favourites stage 2: Rare chance for sprinters in La Vuelta

Vuelta 2016 Favourites stage 2: Rare chance for sprinters in La Vuelta

Traditionally the Vuelta a España is not loaded with stage for the fast men. This edition is no different. Stage 2 is not entirely flat, yet the obstacles are doable. So chances for sprinters!

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