La Vuelta 2024: Yates Takes Queen Stage, O'Connor Holds Overall Lead
La Vuelta 2024 Highlights
In a thrilling twist at La Vuelta 2024, Yates jumped clear from the peloton and secured a stunning solo victory on the queen stage. With 58km remaining, he distanced himself from David Gaudu and teammate Jay Vine on the challenging Alto de Hazallas. Crossing the line in Granada, Yates finished a remarkable minute and 39 seconds ahead of Richard Carapaz who came in second, while Australian Ben O’Connor secured third, further solidifying his overall lead.
Stage Impact on Rankings
This gripping stage not only showcased Yates' tenacity but also stirred the general classification significantly. Yates soared from 27th to 7th overall, a leap of twenty places, while Carapaz elevated himself from 18th to third. O'Connor, despite the intense competition, maintains his lead over Primoz Roglic by a substantial margin of three minutes and 53 seconds. The race continues Tuesday night (AEST) with Stage 10, promising more mountainous challenges ahead.
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