41.   Along with his two stage victories, Abdoujaparov is also wearing the green jersey for the winner of the points competition.

42.   Both though are assured of winning the titles of green jersey for most consistent finisher and the King of the Mountains polka dot jersey.

43.   There was a mass pile-up as the sprinters engaged in the final sprint finish to gain valuable points towards the green jersey.

44.   There was a nasty moment when the peloton went for the sprint finish to gain valuable points towards the green jersey.

45.   Not only did he win the yellow jersey but also the green jersey for points winner and the polka dot jersey for King of the Mountains.

46.   Self-styled hardman Vinny Jones took the green jersey and the Dons grabbed a goal through Marcus Gayle on the hour but it was scant consolation amid the demolition.

47.   The Irish wore their traditional green, with green jerseys, white shorts and green socks, while Italy turned out in blue, white and blue.

48.   The Irish wore their traditional green jerseys while Italy had to change to their blue shirts for white.