BMC's Darwin Atapuma takes Vuelta lead after classy win by Lilian Calmajane

Fourth red jersey holder in four days after Atapuma and Calmajane capitalise on 20-man breakaway

Lilian Calmejane (Direct Energie), in his first season as a pro, rides to victory in stage four of the Vuelta a España (Watson)

(Image credit: Watson)

Lilian Calmajane (Direct Energie) made it two French wins in two days at the 2016 Vuelta a España, taking a brave solo victory in the 163.5km stage four to San Andrés de Teixido.

The 23-year-old beat Darwin Atapuma (BMC) into second place, though the Colombian moves into the overall race lead, finishing 1-51 ahead of the race favourites.

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