Paul Magnier gives Soudal Quick-Step's 45th win of the season. The Frenchman became the first rider to take three wins at a single edition since the race was created a decade ago and leads the GC ahead of the week's hardest stage.
It was a close finish between Magnier and Ben Turner from Gospic to Rijeka, the Frenchman prevailed for a half a wheel after a burst of speed in the last 200 meters. It was Magnier's 13th victory and with his amazing second season in the pro ranks has him as the most successful French rider in the peloton.
"It was close today, but I'm happy I had that something extra needed to clinch the win. It's another success that wouldn't have been possible without the help of the whole team, as they reeled in all the attacks that came on the descent and once again put me in a perfect position for the sprint. Friday's stage should be too hard for me, but that doesn't mean we wont' try to get a good result, as we have some really strong guys in the squad. It's great to have three wins under the belt and I hope to get another chance to go for a victory by Sunday."
-Paul Magnier
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