Robin Carpenter takes over Province of Alberta jersey before final stage

EDMONTON — American Robin Carpenter took over the lead at the Tour of Alberta on Sunday after a strong sprint in Stage 4.

Carpenter, who rides for Holowesko-Citadel, completed the 12.1-kilometre time trial in Edmonton with the third fastest time of the day (15:00.30) to capture the Province of Alberta jersey with one stage to go. 

Carpenter’s overall lead (10:49:26) is slim, with Stage 4 winner Bauke Mollema of Trek-Segafredo cycling just one second behind (10:49:27). Mollema was the fastest rider on Sunday as the Dutch cyclist finished in 14:44.12.

American Evan Huffman, of Rally Cycling, held the Province of Alberta jersey after Stage 3 but dropped to third place (10:49:33). 

Ottawa’s Alexander Cataford of Silber Pro Cycling retained the Best Canadian jersey and is 32 seconds off the lead. His total time of 10:49:58 is currently good for fifth spot.

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The final run of the five-stage circuit goes Monday and consists of a 124.1-kilometre trek around the city of Edmonton.

The Canadian Press