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16:56 GMT         Day 2 of 90, Season 69    

Sprit i flaskene's Merkid Dogsom makes a double


  Early on the stage, five optimistic riders attacked on the first climbs of Lauchhammer - Herzberg. They managed to keep a gap between them and the peloton until they reached the final climb. At the bottom of the climb, the group of favourites passed them. Rider by rider, they couldn't keep up with the tempo set by The Ullrichs, who were supporting Eric De Graef. Right behind the riders of The Ullrichs was Merkid Dogsom and Giorgio Eplen lurking. Eric De Graef looked strong, and seemed to have a good day, but when Giorgio Eplen launched an attack, only Merkid Dogsom could follow. Merkid Dogsom made a counter-attack and was suddenly alone in the front, as Eric De Graef caught up Giorgio Eplen once again. Merkid Dogsom secured his victory without problems, while Eric De Graef was faster in the sprint than Giorgio Eplen.
Today's stage fit well for me - I simply had to try my luck. And see what happened?, said a smiling Merkid Dogsom. The winner had no other comments, he quickly went to the team bus in order to celebrate the win.
It's good to see Merkid Dogsom fulfilling his ambitions winning this stage. He deserves the victory more than anyone else, said the proud manager of Sprit i flaskene, Grey Goose, and continued: The team was a good support for him (Merkid Dogsom) today, and he clearly proved his worth in the break away today.



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Lauchhammer - Herzberg
Merkid Dogsom
Eric De Graef
Giorgio Eplen