Tim Merlier (Soudal–Quick-Step) took a thrilling victory in a bunch sprint to claim Stage 3 of the Giro d’Italia.
Race leader Tadej Pogacar (UAE Team Emirates) and his GC rival Geraint Thomas (Ineos Grenadiers) had a surprise late lead going into the final kilometre but they were reeled in by the sprinters 250m from the line.
As the group powered on, Merlier hit front and crossed the line just ahead of Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek). Biniam Girmay (Intermarche-Wanty) achieved a strong third place, his best Grand Tour result since taking his first win in Jesi two years ago.