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Van Aert Wins After Vuelta Stage Shortened

From CNA · () English

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  • Wout van Aert won a five-rider sprint at the end of the shortened 15th stage of the Vuelta a España in Córdoba.
  • Organizers removed 79.5 kilometers from the route under the Extreme Weather Protocol after several days of severe heat.
  • Race leader Enric Mas finished with his main rivals and retained the red jersey before Monday's rest day.

Wout van Aert claimed his second victory in three stages at the Vuelta a España by winning a five-rider sprint in Córdoba. The Visma Lease a Bike rider waited until just before the finish to make his move, beating Alessandro Romele and Thibau Nys.

Van Aert covered every attack from his four breakaway companions during the closing kilometers. He said his team had controlled the day and that he recognized an opportunity during the intermediate sprint.

We tried to surprise the bunch by controlling the whole day. We were still there with a few strong guys, and I knew people would not expect the attack.

· Wout van AertVan Aert explained how his team created the opportunity for his late attack.

The medium-mountain stage from Palma del Río to Córdoba had initially been set at 189.7 kilometers. Organizers cut 79.5 kilometers from the middle of the route after activating the Extreme Weather Protocol following several days of severe heat.

Enric Mas and his main general-classification rivals finished together. Movistar controlled the chase behind the decisive breakaway, allowing Mas to carry the red jersey into Monday's second rest day.

We always had a good option in the bunch. That’s how I like to race.

· Wout van AertHe described the team's position during the shortened stage.
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