Dan Martin wins Giro d'Italia stage to complete full set of Grand Tour victories

The Irish rider has previously won stages at the Tour de France and Giro d'Italia

Ireland's Dan Martin celebrates after winning the 17th stage of the Giro d'Italia, from Canazei to Sega Di Ala. (Massimo Paolone/LaPresse via AP)

Dan Martin has written his name into the history books by becoming just the third Irish rider to win stages of all three Grand Tours after a gutsy stage 17 win at the Giro d’Italia.

The 34-year old may be edging towards the end of his glittering career but he showed he is still a match for anyone in the sport with a truly brilliant solo victory atop the summit finish at Sega di Ala.