Tim Merlier of Soudal-QuickStep opened the 2025 cycling season with a significant win in the first stage of Paris-Nice. He claimed the first yellow jersey after a sprint finish in Le Perray-en-Yvelines, finishing ahead of Arnaud Démare. The race saw aggressive tactics with multiple attacks in the final 20 kilometers, but a decisive moment arrived as Merlier opened up his sprint in the final 700 meters, outpacing his competitors for his fifth victory this season.
Arnaud Démare finished second to Tim Merlier in a competitive sprint where Merlier's speed proved unmatched, celebrating his fifth victory of the season.
Despite several attacks in the final kilometers, Merlier maintained his composure, showcasing his explosiveness on the left side of the road to secure the win.
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