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Vuelta a España 2016 stage 7

Vuelta 2016 Stage 7: Van Genechten wins chaotic sprint, Atapuma still in red

>At 158.5 kilometres, the 7th stage in La Vuelta is peppered with a multitude of climbs. Nevertheless, the race boils down to a bunch sprint with Jonas Van Genechten taking the win, ahead of Daniele Bennati and Alejandro Valverde. Contador hits the tarmac in the chaotic sprint, Atapuma retains in the overall lead.

Vuelta 2016 Route stage 7: Maceda – Puebla de Sanabria

Vuelta 2016 Route stage 7: Maceda – Puebla de Sanabria

Friday, August 26, 2016 – At 158.5 kilometres, stage 7 in the Vuelta a España leads from Maceda to Puebla de Sanabria. Not for climbers, not for sprinters either. Will it be up to a bunch of escapees to decide on the stage win?

Vuelta 2016 Favourites stage 7: For sprinting and/or descending escapees

Vuelta 2016 Favourites stage 7: For sprinting and/or descending escapees

Stage 7 in the Vuelta a España is played out on a hilly course with a last peak at 18 kilometres from the finish line. The last section is mostly downhill. Chances are the eventual winner will be in the early break.

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