Irish takeover at Vuelta a Espana as Bennett wins stage and Roche retains lead

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Sam Bennett has won the third stage of the Vuelta a Espana in his first time competing in the Spanish grand tour.

The Carrick-on-Suir rider claimed the stage victory in a sprint into Alicante.

Fellow Irishman Nicolas Roche retains the leader’s red jersey with a two-second lead over Nairo Quintana.

Irish takeover at Vuelta a Espana as Bennett wins stage and Roche retains lead

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