Quick-Step's supreme form continues as Alvaro Hodeg sprints to Stage One win

The 21-year-old Quick Step Floors rider benefitted from a perfectly executed lead-out train to hold off a talented group of riders including George Bennett and Nacer Bouhanni.

The coastal town of Calella hosted the opening stage, which was always likely to be one for the sprinters given its relatively flat profile.

Hodeg's victory made him the first 'neo-pro' (a young rider in his first season) to win a World Tour stage this season.

“It’s a dream come true!" the youngster said. "Last week I was celebrating my first pro victory, and now I won a World Tour race against many big and more experienced riders. It is really crazy when you think of it.

"I was strong today and wanted to get the win for this amazing team who had faith in me. The leader’s jersey is a bonus, one which makes me very proud. It’s just the beginning of the week and hopefully other good results will soon come for the Wolfpack.”