2022 Vuelta a Espana Stage Two | Highlights

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Today’s route traversed almost completely flat terrain from ‘s-Hertogenbosch to Utrecht. The 175.1km course briefly went over the Amerongse Berg before the fast men struck for the first time in this year’s race. With a perfect leadout, the Bora-Hansgrohe team placed Sam Bennett in position for the fast finish. After Pedersen took on the sprint first, Bennett was launched by Danny van Poppel and pulled alongside the Dane in a neck-and-neck race to take the stage win.

“I waited an extra second or so, and didn’t know if I’d then be too slow. Honestly, I wasn’t quite sure if I’d be able to go fast enough after that point, but it all worked out in the end. I knew I could win again at this race, but it was just a matter of time.” – Sam Bennett

“Danny brought me to the front with a high pace, then he was ready for me to go, but I waited an extra second or so, and didn’t know if I’d then be too slow. Honestly, I wasn’t quite sure if I’d be able to go fast enough after that point, but it all worked out in the end. To win here is really nice. I knew I could win again at this race, but it was just a matter of time. Huge thanks to my teammates, who really did a strong job for me today, especially Danny who rode a really fantastic lead-out. I’m very proud that I was able to reward all their hard work with the win.” – Sam Bennett

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