Astana’s Dutchman, Lars Boom, took the first stage of the 25th Anniversary Post Danmark Rundt, and with it the leaders yellow jersey and the PostNord Points jersey. On a rain soaked finish, Boom cut an impressive figure, finishing a few seconds clear of a 6 man group that had escaped from the bunch with 17kms to go. Boom launched his signature move with 3kms remaining and held off the strong working group, that included Danishmen Lars Bak, Juul Jensen, Asbjorn Kragh Andersen and Mads Pedersen.
Read a full report here. Download the official results sheet here.
Stage 2 is a tough 235km from Ringkøbing to Aarhus.
General Classification
1. Lars Boom (Ned) Astana Pro Team
Points Classification
1. Lars Boom (Ned) Astana Pro Team
Mountains Classification
1.Pim Ligthart (Ned) Lotto Soudal
Young Rider Classification
1.Mads Pedersen (Den) Cult Energy