Attacking displays by Haig and O'Connor secure top 10 finishes at Critérium du Dauphiné

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Jack Haig (Bahrain Victorious) goes on the attack on the Col de Joux Plane (Image credit: Bettini Photo)

Australian climbers Jack Haig (Bahrain Victorious) and Ben O'Connor (AG2R Citroën) were among the most active riders in the tough final of the closing Critérium du Dauphiné stage to Les Gets on Sunday, the duo both attacking at various points as they looked to improve their top 10 overall positions.

In the end, after Haig had attacked towards the top of the Col de la Joux Plane, and after O'Connor had attacked on the final rise to the finish, it was the latter who saw his move stick, gaining 13 seconds on a select GC group at the line.

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