The Slovenian had no answer to Denmark’s Magnus Cort Nielsen who claimed victory with a well-timed burst at the end of the 162km ride from Salamanca to Cuidad Rodrigo. Britain’s Hugh Carthy (EF Pro Cycling) is third overall at 53 seconds. There was heartbreak for France’s Remi Cavagna (Deceuninck-Quick Step) who looked like he might solo his way to victory after spending all day in the breakaway.