Jonathan Milan takes another sprint victory in UAE Tour

Thursday, 20 February 2025 18:03

By ARN News Staff

Jonathan Milan (Lidl-Trek) clinched stage 4 of the UAE Tour, edging out Belgian duo Tim Merlier (Soudal Quick-Step) and Jasper Philipsen (Alpecin-Deceuninck).

The Italian cyclist won by a fraction of a second to add to his opening day success in stage 1.

Meanwhile, UAE Team Emirates – XRG rider Tadej Pogacar retains the Red Jersey of the race as he leads the General Classification.

Stage 4, on Thursday, featured a 181 km race from Fujairah Qidfa Beach to Umm al Quwain.

Our Jersey Leaders following an incredible photo finish for @TAQAGroup Stage 4 of the UAE Tour. pic.twitter.com/ReIrjewiBv
— UAE Tour presented by AD Ports Group (@uae_tour) February 20, 2025

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