Darren Rafferty leads in the Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta-Mont Blanc in Italy
Meanwhile Ireland’s Darren Rafferty has once again shown evidence of his huge ability, taking over the race lead in the Giro Ciclistico della Valle d’Aosta-Mont Blanc with one stage remaining. The race is one of the most prestigious on the international Under-23 calendar.
The Dungannon rider ended the day 2′44 ahead of Frenchman Alexy Faure Prost and 3′19 in front of Isaac del Toro . Rafferty is one of the most promising young Irish riders and is tipped for a big pro contract next year.
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