Four riders have built up a lead of around 5 minutes after around 75 kilometres of racing.
Ireland's Dan Martin started the day in 10th overall just 14 seconds behind the yellow jersey of Peter Sagan.
Carrick on Suir's Sam Bennett is continuing his recovery from a hand injury that required surgery after a high speed crash at the end of Saturday’s opening stage. The Bora Argon 18 rider will be hoping for another steady day in the peloton today.
