Farrar outsprints field in Tirreno-Adriatico stage 3!!!
Team Garmin-Slipstream’s Tyler Farrar grabbed the right wheels in the conclusion of today’s stage, passing the lead-out trains in the final 100 meters to take an impressive field sprint win against some of the other top sprinters in the world.
“The boys were great today!” said Farrar. “First Will slipped into the break of the day and then the guys did a good job taking care of me in the last hour. Julien and Mike helped me stay close to the front the last 30 km and then Martijn threw down a crazy pull to put me on the lead-out trains with 4 km to go and in the end it all came together! The teams had a great week, and I’m sure its just a taste of what’s to come!”
The entire stage was a strong showing for the Garmin-Slipstream squad, as Will Frischkorn escaped with two other riders in the opening kilometers. The trio built a large lead and stayed away until just 10 kilometers to go.
Race report from DS Matt White
Well it has been a big win for team Garmin. With VDV grabbing the biggest solo win of his carrear only days ago ! The tide has already been turning for us in ‘09.
We told the boys at the end of last season that this was the year to turn all the great rides that were close calls into wins. Success breeds success and I hope that every one on the team really can see that it is possible . Especially for the young guys who might have doubted themselves . Doubt no longer , when they look around and see the likes of Tom Peterson and Tyler winning against the best riders on the planet. The time to step up is NOW.
What more can I say except superb ! Not many riders can come off Cav in the last 50m . Martijn ,JD and Meatball did a super effort in the final delivering Tyler in a great position and then he finished it off with class. Hats off also to Will today who put in a guts ride that was away all day only getting caught in the last 10km.
Tomorrow is a nasty hill top finish and the GC boys will come out to play. Captain Canada. (Ryder) is ready to throw it down. Watch this space .
VIDEO SPECIAL:
Watch Tyler win against the fastest riders in the world!
Garmin-Slipstream stage 3 results
1. Tyler Farrar 3h53′48″
29. Chris Sutton
32. Julian Dean
34. Mike Friedman
64. Ryder Hesjedal
103. Martyn Maaskant
107. Svein Tuft
185. William Frischkorn +1′54″
Garmin-Slipstream GC
1. Julien El Fares
12. Ryder Hesjedal +25″
92. Tyler Farrar +4′08″
93. Will Frischkorn +6′09″
134. Chris Sutton +8′59″
137. Svein Tuft +8′59″
139. Julian Dean +8′59″
146. Mike Friedman +9′35″
180. Martijn Maaskant +14′16″
Freakin' awesome!! Looked like "Speedy Gonzales" on a bike! Yipee Yipee Ondale' Yipee!
Lars
Hey Mark, ON YOUR LEFT!
Sandy Cyclist
Phenominal ride to outsprint Cavendish with the form he has at the moment! (and that is coming from a Brit)
Good to see that the team now ticks all the boxes - time trialists galore, climbers, rouleurs and now a world class sprinter to share the load with Kiwi Guy.
2009 is gonna be a good one for the Argyle.
John O.
What was the last time an American won a big field sprint?
Lucy
Wow - that was worth watching just for the pronunciation of your name!! Well done Mr Farrarrarr!
San Jose CA Fans
Tyler............. congratulazioni !!!!
olywa fans
Tyler Farrari
You rock when you roll!!! We're all very proud of you.
Rock
Hey Cindy Farrar,
Where'd 'ya get those GENES girl?
B Bendickson
WORLD CLASS WIN! WORLD CLASS! Bathe in it Tyler!
jaybird
"Attention all sprinters... There's a new kid on the block!"
Way to go Tyler!!!
Mike Burdo
Dude-told your Mom when you were still a junior that you could race in an era where clean riders had a chance. For all the local racers that love the sport for what it is; this is bigger than you and so incredible! Thanks from all of us and keep doing your family proud
Rock
Sick Power, big heart. Awesome to watch.
Congrats Tyler.....keep it going!
Paul Martin
From now on you will be known as Farari - how apt.
craig
Fast AND clean - way to go Garmin!
Mark D
Absolutely awesome! Every one of the best sprinters in the world were there and the team showed they can lead out with the best of them and Tyler can finish the deal. Matt White's lead in comments to the video are key. You guys have proven you can win on the biggest stages. Everyone on the team should be confident they can win on any day. I'm looking forward to the Classics. Go Garmin Slipstream!
Jess
Congrats Tyler!
Jack
That was superb Mr. Fardrdrardrdra. :D
david
wow!
Strahm
Impressive sprint Tyler!!! I saw Cavendish's bike at the Columbia store at Portland airport. Maybe we can put yours on display at Pangborn in Wenatchee.
Andy
To me, this is the best win of what's shaping up to be a great yeear - way to go, Tyler!
John
Tyler. Great win. Enjoying telling all my non-biking friends about your victory. They have no idea how hard. Good on ya
christopher Shaw
awesome win! keep it up boys!
Steve Mathews
That's Awesome!!!
Lisa
Congrats Tyler and all the guys-great teamwork!
Britt
More congratulations from Washington! Eastern Washington at that. I've been waiting for a break out win like this for a long time. I remember Tyler winning regional races against the best guys around and he was still using Junior gearing! I can't wait for the Belgian Classics...
G Brown
Tyler Farrarah, er... Farrari, uh.... Great win for the Wenatchee Sprinter! How do they like you now!!
Mike Pratl
Awesome Tyler!
Phillina
WooHoooooooooo! Oh yeah, baby! BIG win today! Looking forward to more like this..nice work!
MadOne
Bravissimo !
Love how the camera was looking for the same old guys...surprise ! Tyler Farrerrerer...hmmm, sound great in Italian....
As the Garmin crew says, "Our Guy I'll (Argyle) get e'm" !!!
Melinda
Sweet sprint Tyler!! Keep it up boys! :)
Practice Nurse Anthony Clarkso
SUPERB VICTORY TYLER ! CONGRATULATIONS
Not Very often I cheer on anyone to beat my fellow Englishman Marc Cavendish.... But I do when the rider on his wheel is wearing ARGYLE !
So proud to wear YOUR Argyle Tyler . Definately one for the Family at home ! And a SUPERB Job ALL DAY from the ARGYLE ARMADA !
Becoming a great week for GARMIN ! Keep it going
Far more than Lucy Cheering this week JV !!!!
Anthony C England
SWFrance
Huge - Cassani and Co. now know who you are, Petacchi even! Keep it rollin'.
Andy
The internet is great. Tyler gets blog "props" from his mom.
Tyler was flying! Great win for the team! Go argyle!
bill
Wow! Beat Cav on the line! What a great, great finish!
CH
awesome.
Jeff
Tyler beats Cav in a straight-up drag race?!? What a week for Garmin-Slipstream!! First CVV and now this! I must be dreamin'!
laddie williams
That was beautiful Tyler, Congrats to the team as well. I love having a domestic team with Americans pulling off classy moves in Europe. It looks to be a great season ahead. It would be great to see a muddy argyle jersey hoisting a cobblestone trophy this year. Thanks for keeping us inspired guys.
Brian
Congrats! Been waiting for that for a few years. Great Job!!
Brian
Tyler Armour
Right on Tyler, this is awesome seeing you go up against these top sprinters and beat them! Congrats from Washington State.
dmv
What a beautiful ride to watch and this is just the beginning!
Cindy Farrar
I KNEW you could do it! Love and kisses from you MOM!
Hank
Wow, Far-rar-a comes around Cav! Bet Cavendish was surprised. Great job Tyler and great leadout!!
Marc
To read it is one thing, but to see it is another. Tyler, you won this sprint with supreme skill, legs and teamwork! There is no questioning your abilities. No doubt you belong with the best. We've known it all along.
Awesome ride! We can't wait to see you at the Tour of Missouri again.
AMAZING, beautiful win Tyler! Congratulations!
You are long overdue!
It's incredible and thrilling to see an American beat virtually all of the best sprinters in the world at once. I'm so happy for Tyler and all of GSS. Enjoy it, guys -- you earned it!
