Tim Merlier wins stage 6, claims second victory of UAE Tour

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Tim Merlier claimed his second win of the 2025 UAE Tour after securing the lead in stage 6 on Saturday. 

The Belgian cyclist of Soudal Quick-Step blasted through to hit the front and claim a dominant win as the rest of the sprinters picked up the scraps behind him.

Tadej Pogacar of UAE Team Emirates - XRG still holds the overall lead. 

The seventh and final stage of the race is set to take place at Jebel Hafeet in Al Ain on Sunday. 

 

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