Flashback, Yann Eliès winner of the 46th edition of the Solitaire du Figaro

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While he arrived in 17th position in Dieppe, crossing the finish line at 3 h 26 min and 50 sec, Yann Eliès won this 46th edition of the Solitaire du Figaro. He owes his victory to the course error made by Xavier Macaire, a few miles before the finish line.

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