Volta ao Algarve (2012) Photos; Stage 1: Dunas Douradas (Loulé) → Albufeira, 151 km
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The rolling final kms in Albufeira eliminated the pure sprinters		share this photo
Gianni Meersman (Lotto-Belisol), who hasn't had a major win since 2008, smartly had the inside track around on the curved sprint finish. He hung on to beat 2nd Greg Van Avermaet (BMC) and 3rd Matti Breschel (Rabobank)		share this photo
The jersey leaders celebrating after the first stage amidst Portuguese podium women. (Photos courtesy of the race organizers. More photos from stage 1)		share this photo
Volta ao Algarve (2012) Photos; Stage 1: Dunas Douradas (Loulé) → Albufeira, 151 km
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