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6.7km to go... Mengin leads Cioni by 16", peloton by 23"

16:42 - Liquigas Rider Attacks Peloton

Dario Cioni has attacked the peloton. He is in pursuit of Mengin who is 20" ahead.

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16:46 - 5km To Go

Mengin is 5km from the finish. His advantage on the peloton is 23".

16:45 - Mengin Leads By 20"

The stage leader will benefit from local knowledge and the fact that he can negotiate the final turns without distraction. Mengin leads the peloton by 20". Cioni is still ahead of the pack but it appears only a matter of moments before he’s swallowed up by the fast-chasing pack.