Degenkolb was the quickest in the reduced bunch sprint after strong chase work and an excellent lead-out by the team. The 27-year-old German took his second victory of the season.

"There was perfect team spirit today and I am delighted with the victory. It is really great to win in my home country. The team worked very hard throughout the whole race and gave me a great lead-out. 

 "We reacted well on the late attacks in the finale. For thesprint I had the right position and could come through at the right moment, so that was fantastic." 

Full race report here.