The stage got off to a frenetic start with riders hoping for an early advantage. Strong headwind and rain made it a battle of the fittest as well as the fastest.Stage 14 winner Wellens could not last the distance and dropped off on the 50 kilometer mark. Jasper Philipsen of Belgium won his maiden stage on the Grand Tour. He saw off Pascal Ackermann(2nd place) in the final 150 metres to deservedly win.Primoz Roglic remains overall leader ans the top leader board remains unchanged.
