Today's stage was marred by a number of crashes, including a spill for Pogačar after the line.

Slovenian rider Luka Mezgec sprinted for victory but eventually finished 10th today.

Pogačar extended his lead to 21 seconds over the UK's Joshua Tarling.

He's hoping to win the overall title for a third time with his UAE Emirates team.

The first UAE Tour was won by another Slovenian rider, former world no.1 Primož Roglič.

This is the 6th edition of the race. Pogačar's last overall victory at the UAE Tour was in 2022.