Mark Cavendish admitted he was not sure whether he had edged a thrilling sprint finish after winning the Tour of California's first stage in Sacramento.
After surging ahead of German John Degenkolb in the closest finish in the event’s nine-year history, the Manxman said: ‘This is the first time in my career I really had no idea. I had to wait a little bit until they confirmed. So, I'm super happy.’
The two raced shoulder-to-shoulder as came up along the right side and threw the rim of his bicycle’s tire ahead at the line after 193km of racing.
The Omega Pharma Quick-Step rider earned a 10-second bonus.
Monday's second stage is a 20.1km individual time trial. The eight-stage race finishes on Sunday.Cavendish
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