The stage was won by Matthias Brändle of IAM Cycling while Rafael Valls from the Lampre-Merida squad secured overall victory.
Brandle was part of a four man breakaway which went clear in the opening kilometres of the 133 kilometre stage.
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The bunch sprint for 16 seconds later saw 24 year old Bennett take 10th in the stage at the end of the 6 day race.