Cycling: Earle wins third stage

Nathan Earl. Photo / Wairarapa Times-Age

Australian rider Nathan Earle has won his second stage in a row on the Wellington Cycle Classic.

Earle was the first man home in the sprint finish to the third stage, with Adam Semple in second and stage one winner James Williamson in third.

Kiwi under 23 rider George Bennett holds onto the yellow jersey with two stages remaining.

- NEWSTALK ZB