Bennett fifth on stage two of Tour of Poland, Dunne takes fourth in World Cup race

Sam Bennett was clearly the fastest rider inside the final 50m, coming from a long way back and going close to passing the first four. Photograph: Bryn Lennon/GettySam Bennett came from a less-than-ideal position to net fifth on stage two of the Tour de Pologne on Sunday, putting in a noticeable surge compared to his rivals in the finishing sprint.

“I just think I had too many accelerations in the legs, so I didn’t have the final kick necessary in the finale. I was disappointed with how I felt in the last 200m. But I think that the form is almost there, and that big result is just around the corner.” He missed the Tour de France when his team opted to make its selection around a bid for the general classification, and hasn’t competed in seven weeks. Sunday’s showing will give him encouragement, even if the next chance for a bunch sprint might not come until Friday’s final stage.

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