Cycling: Nacer Bouhanni (Arkéa – Samsic) has won the opening stage of the Tour de La Provence. In the coming days, the four-day tour will also include Mont Ventoux.
Bouhanni WINS the mass sprint
After his Stage win at the Saudi Tour allowed to Bouhanni born (Arkéa – Samsic) are happy about another success. The Frenchman won the 149,5-kilometer section from Châteaurenard to Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer. He expelled the Italians Jakub Mareczko (CCC) and James Nizzolo (NTT) on your marks.
Mont Ventoux awaits the pros
As of this season, the Tour de La Provence belongs to category 2. Pro. The professionals have to complete four stages and a total of 635,1 kilometers. Among other things, the climb up to Mont Ventoux is completed on day three. Last year's winner Gorka Izagirre (Astana) will be looking to defend his title with his number one.