Roche again best of Irish

Nicolas Roche was again best of the Irish on the toughest stage of the Tour of the Algarve yesterday, finishing 11th, 44 seconds behind stage winner Richie Porte (Team Sky).

Sat, 18 Feb, 2012 - 00:00
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The Ag2r La Mondiale rider is also 11th on the General Classification, 54 seconds behind new race leader Porte.

Philip Deignan (United Healthcare) was next best in 31st, a minute and a half down.

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