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The First to Celebrate PN25-3
With a perfectly timed surge to the line, Tim Merlier (Soudal-Quick Step) took the opening stage of Paris Nice - and the first Yellow Jersey - by several bike lengths. His sprint showed why he wears the European Champion's jersey. Of course, he will be wearing a different jersey at the start of Stage 2. Naturally, he will also be the first owner of the Green Jersey of the best sprinter, but that will be worn by the guy who came second on the stage, Arnaud Demare (Arkea-B&B Hotels).