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Leangel Linarez wins in Elvas at the Volta a Portugal
In the third stage of the Volta a Portugal, Leangel Linarez claimed victory in a sprint, while Rui Oliveira retained the lead.
Venezuelan cyclist Leangel Linarez, representing the Tavfer-Ovos Matinados-Mortágua team, won the third stage of the Volta a Portugal, held in Elvas. Linarez secured the final victory with a powerful sprint, standing out among his competitors in the final stretch of the race.
Rui Oliveira from the UAE Emirates team finished the stage in fifth place, which was enough to maintain the yellow jersey in the overall classification. Oliveira's performance ensured his continued lead despite the pressure from rivals chasing him throughout the stage.
This stage precedes the upcoming phases of the competition, which include finishes in high mountain areas, requiring significant effort from the cyclists involved. Linarez and Oliveira are now the two standout cyclists in the race.