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Germany's rider of team Quick-Step Maximilian Schachmann celebrates as he crosses the finish line to win the 18th stage between Abbiategrasso and Prato Nevoso during the 101st Giro d'Italia, Tour of Italy cycling race, on May 24, 2018. Image Credit: AFP

Prato Nevoso, Italy: Quick Step's German rider Max Schachmann won stage 18 of the Giro d'Italia on Thursday after a 196km ride to a summit finish at Prato Nevoso.

Schachmann had been part of an escape group that opened a lead of over 14 minutes on pink jersey Simon Yates and the other contenders at the start of the final climb.