'It's really special': Dan Martin secures stage win at Vuelta a Espana

Dan Martin of Ireland. File photo.

Ireland’s Dan Martin produced one of the performances of his career today to win stage three of the Vuelta a Espana and move to within five seconds of the race leader’s red jersey.

The 34-year old riding for Israel Start-Up Nation may be heading into the twilight of his illustrious career but he rolled back the years with a stunning performance atop the category one stage finish on La Laguna Negra.