22nd Vuelta Independencia Nacional - 2.5

Dominican Republic, February 20-27, 2001

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Stage 1 - February 20: Circuito Av. Mirador del Sur, 96 km

German cyclist Andre Kaljack took out the first stage of the Vuelta Independencia Nacional, a 96 kilometre circuit race in Mirador. Crossing the line solo, he beat home local hero Wendy Cruz and teammate Rene Obst. In fourth place was Herve Arde (Martinique) with Venezuelan Jose Chacon in fifth.

In the intermediate sprints competition, Chacon leads Obst and Luis Perez with 13 points, compared to 10 and 5 points respectively.

The 22nd edition of the race was opened by Dominican Republic president, Hipólito Mejía, with various other Domincan dignitaries in attendance.

Results

1 Andre Kaljack (Ger) Germany  2.12.57
2 Wendy Cruz (Dom) Alico          0.09
3 René Obst (Ger) Germany
4 Herve Arde (Mar) Martinique
5 Jose Chacón (Ven) Venezuela

Metas volantes

1 Jose Chacón (Ven) Venezuela       13 pts
2 René Obst (Ger) Germany           10
3 Luis Perez (Dom)                   5